FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Springwood Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Springwood Small Business Loans
Springwood unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business use, including the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Springwood Business Loans
What is the Larger Springwood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan is a great option for almost any business purpose including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
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 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for 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 simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised 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 or more) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you apply at quality company time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision within just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour – provided you make your application during standard business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements in order to assess your well-being for your company and the extent of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of factors to determine your health for your business and the level of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for the business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is in, how long the company has been in operation, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loans professionals. The specialists will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner uses assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing using the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.