FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Springwood Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Springwood Small Business Loans
Springwood unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to 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 the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company purpose including cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Springwood Business Loans
What is the Larger Springwood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and 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 utilised?
A large business loan is a great option for almost all business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so 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 in the form of a charge against assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply at quality business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request within standard business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After 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 upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects that determine your health of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine your health for your business and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the company is in operation and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful business lending experts. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is vital and a vital 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 personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner utilises an asset they own to obtain a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I require security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you are able to get a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.