FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The St Ives Small Business Loans
Tell me about the St Ives Small Business Loans
St Ives unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business need, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger St Ives Business Loans
What is the Larger St Ives Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost any company purpose including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets and can include registering this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during standard company time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you upload the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application during normal business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of variables for determining how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the extent of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the level of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been in operation as well as in the event that the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please talk to one of our helpful business lending experts. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is a crucial 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 the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner utilises the assets they have to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans over $150K generally there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.