FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Alicetown Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Alicetown Small Business Loans
Alicetown unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Alicetown Business Loans
What is the Larger Alicetown Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 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 Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all company need, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
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 credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you make your application during quality business time 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 send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in standard business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you well-being for your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for the company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the business has been running as well as whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take 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 the loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loan experts. They will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is crucial 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 standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner utilises assets they own to get the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure a company loan?
Up to $150,000 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. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.