FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Nundah Small Business Loans
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Nundah unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business need, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Nundah Business Loans
What is the Larger Nundah Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This 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 in this amount the company needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, which could also include registering this in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a business 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply at quality company time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 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 on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply in standard business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you send us copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of factors in order to assess your well-being of your business as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, the long the company has been running, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful company credit experts. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial and a vital 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 standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner utilises assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally there is a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.