FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Zillmere Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Zillmere Small Business Loans
Zillmere unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business 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 divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Zillmere Business Loans
What is the Larger Zillmere Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. 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 least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request within quality business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application during normal business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements to determine what is the well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to assess the health for your company and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you request the company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and provide an individualised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business operates in, how long the business is in operation and what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business credit professionals. The professionals will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is vital and is a crucial 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 protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner utilises assets they own to make the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security for a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally there is personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.