FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Acacia Ridge Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Acacia Ridge Small Business Loans
Acacia Ridge unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company reason, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Acacia Ridge Business Loans
What is the Larger Acacia Ridge Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of 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 determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for almost all company use, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, and may be registered on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. It is possible to apply for 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 the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
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 the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply at standard company hours and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you apply within standard business hours and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being for your company and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine your health for your company and the level of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan so 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’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the company has been in operation for, how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful company lending professionals. The professionals will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner borrows from the assets they have to get the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is a personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.