FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Abbotsford Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Abbotsford Small Business Loans
Abbotsford unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Abbotsford Business Loans
What is the Larger Abbotsford Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost all company use, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application in quality business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer a response in one hour – provided you apply at normal business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects that determine what is the health for your business and the level of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
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 health of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request one of our company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the business has been running, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful business loan specialists. They’ll offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner uses an asset that they own to secure a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.