FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Annerley Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Annerley Small Business Loans
Annerley unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including control of cash flow company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Annerley Business Loans
What is the Larger Annerley 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 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every company reason, such as business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for 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 needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (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 process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply at standard company time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors for determining your well-being that is your business and the amount of payments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine the well-being for your company and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you make an application for our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company is in, how long the company has been running for, how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful business credit experts. The specialists will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To ensure 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 protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is vital and an integral 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 techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner borrows from assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money but we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.