FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Aspley Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Aspley Small Business Loans
Aspley unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Aspley Business Loans
What is the Larger Aspley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must 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 to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large company loan is a great option for almost any company use, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, and could include the registration of this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$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: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply during quality company timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer within just an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in 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 may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply during normal business times and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors for determining what is the health of the company and the extent of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the company is in operation for, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful company credit specialists. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised 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 clients and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner utilises the assets they have to secure the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.