FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Numinbah Valley Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Numinbah Valley Small Business Loans
Numinbah Valley unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Numinbah Valley Business Loans
What is the Larger Numinbah Valley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have 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 all business reason, such as business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (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 - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply in quality business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide the decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide a response in one hour – provided you make your application within standard business hours and let us use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of variables that determine how much we can lend you health of your company and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request the company financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide an individualised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business is in, how long the company is in operation, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending specialists. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner utilises an asset they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.