FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Strathpine Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Strathpine Small Business Loans
Strathpine unsecured loans provides 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.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business need, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Strathpine Business Loans
What is the Larger Strathpine Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (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 Business Loan can be used for almost all company reason, such as company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, 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. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets and can include registration through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in quality business time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in standard business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer an answer in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors in order to assess what is the well-being for your company and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer an individualised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the business is in operation and how long the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful business loans professionals. The experts will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being transparent about the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner borrows from an asset that they own to get the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or an business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.