FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Agnes Banks Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Agnes Banks Small Business Loans
Agnes Banks unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company use, including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Agnes Banks Business Loans
What is the Larger Agnes Banks Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company 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 which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate 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. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus 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 to $100K) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application in standard business hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application in normal business time and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of factors to determine the well-being for your business and the amount of payments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
When you request business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the business is in operation and what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loans specialists. We will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner borrows from the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.