FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the The Spit Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the The Spit Small Business Loans
The Spit unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company purpose including managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger The Spit Business Loans
What is the Larger The Spit Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to 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 to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost any company need, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, and may include registering this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application within standard company timings and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision within just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request at normal business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide an answer in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of factors to determine what is the health that is your company and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to determine the well-being for your company and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you apply for our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and provide you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business is in, how long the company is in operation and whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required 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 you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay 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 out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly business lending specialists. They will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is vital and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required before you can access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.