FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Elderslea Small Business Loans
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Elderslea unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Elderslea Business Loans
What is the Larger Elderslea Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply within quality company hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables that determine the health of your business and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the well-being that is your company and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for the business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate 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 company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business is in, how long the company has been operating, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loan experts. They will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner borrows from an asset that they own to get the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or an company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.