FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Naenae Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Naenae Small Business Loans
Naenae unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get 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. The company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company use, including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Naenae Business Loans
What is the Larger Naenae Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any company need, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as 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 required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets, which could also include registration through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to make the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you apply in quality company timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision in as little as 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply at standard business hours and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining what is the health of your business and the level of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine the health of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request one of our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount due, which includes 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 factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business has been in operation and how long the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved 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 off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business credit specialists. We will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and an integral part 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 financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner makes use of assets they own to get a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer 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 the process of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
Should I require security for an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.