FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Ferny Grove Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Ferny Grove Small Business Loans
Ferny Grove unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company need, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Ferny Grove Business Loans
What is the Larger Ferny Grove Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost all business use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, and may be registered through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could have different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, 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 quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you apply at standard business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer a response in one hour if you apply during normal business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects in order to assess how much we can lend you health that is your company as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to assess your well-being that is your company and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business has been in operation and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful business loans experts. The professionals will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner utilises an asset they own to secure the funding. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I require security to get an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access However, we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.