FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Eastbourne Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Eastbourne Small Business Loans
Eastbourne unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, such as control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Eastbourne Business Loans
What is the Larger Eastbourne Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every business reason, such as business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
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 over assets and can include registration on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own 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 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply during quality company timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision within 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide a response in one hour – provided you apply at normal business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of aspects for determining how much we can lend you health of your company and the level of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for our company credit, we will assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, how long the company has been running for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan without any upfront costs or 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% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful business lending experts. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as 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 standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner uses the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access However, we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.