FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Nathan Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Nathan Small Business Loans
Nathan unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Nathan Business Loans
What is the Larger Nathan Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, 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 that is this large the company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets, and may include registering this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits preference over private property 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 applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application at standard business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements , it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply during standard business time and let us use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables in order to assess the health of the business and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a set 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 repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the business is in operation for, how long the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business credit experts. We will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect 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 employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner uses the assets they have to make a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I require security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally there is personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.