FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Elizabeth Bay Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Elizabeth Bay Small Business Loans
Elizabeth Bay 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.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Elizabeth Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Elizabeth Bay 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 that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost every company purpose including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a 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 fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you apply within standard company time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour if you apply at normal business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of elements for determining how much we can lend you well-being of your company as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine the health that is your company and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you request business loans with us company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and provide an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating and how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company loans professionals. The specialists will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect 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 use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner uses assets they own to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I require security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.