FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Arakura Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Arakura Small Business Loans
Arakura unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Arakura Business Loans
What is the Larger Arakura Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly all business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets, and may include registering this with the PPSR or registering 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 specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise 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 check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application within quality company time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide the decision in just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application within normal business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining the health for your company and the level of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the level of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request one of our company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a tailored offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation for, how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off 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. They will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial 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 sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner uses an asset that they own to secure a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is an individual ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.