FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Yangebup Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Yangebup Small Business Loans
Yangebup unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business use, including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Yangebup Business Loans
What is the Larger Yangebup Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost every business need, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails 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 items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (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 - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply during standard business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision within just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request during standard business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to determine your well-being for your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the company has been running as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loan specialists. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and a vital aspect 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 protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.