FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Arundel Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Arundel Small Business Loans
Arundel unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company reason, such as the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Arundel Business Loans
What is the Larger Arundel Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any company use, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer a response in one hour if you apply at standard business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 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 upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply within standard business time and 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 statement, we’ll provide a decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables for determining the health of your company and the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the level of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price 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 money are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the company has been operating for, how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business credit experts. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is crucial and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner utilises an asset they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or an business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure a company 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 the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you are able to get the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.