FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the The Spectacles Small Business Loans
Tell me about the The Spectacles Small Business Loans
The Spectacles unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger The Spectacles Business Loans
What is the Larger The Spectacles Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets and can include registration through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you apply during quality company times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision within just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – provided you apply at standard business time and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects for determining your well-being of your company and the extent of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company as well as the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for our company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly business credit professionals. They will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner makes use of an asset that they own to secure the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.