FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Airds Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Airds Small Business Loans
Airds unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business use, including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Airds Business Loans
What is the Larger Airds Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be 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) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost all company use, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application at quality business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you make your application within normal business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining what is the well-being for your company and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess your health for your business and the amount of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the company is in operation and whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly company loans experts. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner utilises an asset that they own to get the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security for a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is an individual ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.