FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Arndell Park Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Arndell Park Small Business Loans
Arndell Park unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
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 in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Arndell Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Arndell Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used for almost any company use, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment 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 needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to pay back 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 permits the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could have different terms.
The 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 at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request in quality business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application in standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables that determine your well-being of the business and the level of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine the health of the company and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you request our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, the long the business has been in operation, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. They’ll provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total 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 fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner utilises assets they own to get the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.