FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Yeronga Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Yeronga Small Business Loans
Yeronga unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Yeronga Business Loans
What is the Larger Yeronga Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in 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 in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A large company loan can be used for almost every business purpose including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply at standard company time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide a response in one hour if you apply during normal business hours and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of aspects in order to assess your well-being of your business and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine your well-being that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the business has been operating and how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company credit professionals. We will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner makes use of an asset they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally there is a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.