FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Queenscliff Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Queenscliff Small Business Loans
Queenscliff unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business purpose including the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Queenscliff Business Loans
What is the Larger Queenscliff Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge on assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to re-pay 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 which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you make your application during standard company times and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application in normal business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to offer a decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors for determining how much we can lend you health of the business and the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine your health of your business and the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request the business loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been running as well as what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business credit specialists. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is an essential 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 techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner borrows from the assets they have to secure the funding. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally, you can get a personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.