FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Eagle Farm Small Business Loans
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Eagle Farm unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Eagle Farm Business Loans
What is the Larger Eagle Farm Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A 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 in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all business need, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing 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 records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and 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 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply within quality business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply at standard business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements to determine your health of your company and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the extent of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several 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 operating, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loan specialists. They’ll offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is crucial and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner makes use of assets they own to make the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access, however we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.