FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Forestdale Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Forestdale Small Business Loans
Forestdale unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Forestdale Business Loans
What is the Larger Forestdale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your company 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 of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost every company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets and can be registered in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure 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 who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial 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 usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply within quality business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply during normal business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors in order to assess your health of the company and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess the well-being for your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request one of our business loan, we will assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation and how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company lending professionals. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial and an integral aspect 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner borrows from assets they own to secure the loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.