FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Ashfield Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Ashfield Small Business Loans
Ashfield unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds available in just 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 so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Ashfield Business Loans
What is the Larger Ashfield Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly all company reason, such as business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out 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, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an 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 for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, 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 to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you apply during quality company timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer the decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you apply during standard business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables in order to assess your health of the business and the amount of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess your well-being for your company and the extent of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for one of our business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the business has been operating as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business credit professionals. We will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as 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 techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner makes use of an asset they own to make a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I require security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money however, we do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.