FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Oxford Falls Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Oxford Falls Small Business Loans
Oxford Falls unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet 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 refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Oxford Falls Business Loans
What is the Larger Oxford Falls Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application in standard company hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer within just an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request within normal business time and permit 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 provide a decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables in order to assess your health of your company and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation for, how long the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company lending experts. They’ll offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner makes use of an asset they own to make a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.