FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Elderslea Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Elderslea Small Business Loans
Elderslea unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company purpose including managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Elderslea Business Loans
What is the Larger Elderslea Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost any business use, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request within quality company time and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request at normal business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide the decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload copies of your bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects in order to assess the health that is your business and the extent of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine the health of the company and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for the business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business is in operation for, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loan experts. The experts will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner uses the assets they have to get the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.