FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Fairfield Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Fairfield Small Business Loans
Fairfield unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business purpose including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Fairfield Business Loans
What is the Larger Fairfield Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A large company loan can be used for almost any company need, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants 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 an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply within standard company times 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 bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account statements , it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour – provided you make your application during normal business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects that determine how much we can lend you health for your company and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the 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 company as well as the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business has been operating, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful business loan experts. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner uses an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.