FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Ashgrove Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Ashgrove Small Business Loans
Ashgrove unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as cash flow management, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Ashgrove Business Loans
What is the Larger Ashgrove Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
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?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. Your business 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 of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all company purpose including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets, and may include registering this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be on different terms.
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, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 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. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you apply within quality company times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision in as little as an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request within standard business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of factors that determine how much we can lend you health that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess your health for your business and the level of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the business is in operation, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, right 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 punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loans specialists. We will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of huge importance and an integral 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 standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner borrows from assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either 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, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get an individual ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.