FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The St Helens Park Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the St Helens Park Small Business Loans
St Helens Park unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger St Helens Park Business Loans
What is the Larger St Helens Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or 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 large company loan can be used to fund almost any company use, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, 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 to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online 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 a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide a response in one hour if you make your application in standard company times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you apply in standard business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide an answer within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of factors for determining what is the well-being for your business and the extent of payments your company 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 set amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess the well-being of your company and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a tailored offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the company has been in operation as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company credit professionals. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner uses assets they own to secure the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money but we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.