FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Ngauranga Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Ngauranga Small Business Loans
Ngauranga unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Ngauranga Business Loans
What is the Larger Ngauranga Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any company need, including business remodeling, buying 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 required for funding of more than $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, which could also include registering this with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a 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 of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request during quality business timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you make your application in normal business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables that determine what is the well-being of your company and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company and the level of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you request business loans with us business credit, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and offer an individualised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the business is in operation and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful company credit professionals. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information 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 utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or an business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access However, we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.