FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Chifley Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Chifley Small Business Loans
Chifley unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Chifley Business Loans
What is the Larger Chifley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. It is necessary to 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 to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any business need, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets, which could also be registered in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We may be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (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 few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you make your application within standard business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply in standard business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you have 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 specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors that determine how much we can lend you health that is your business and the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for one of our company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation as well as in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business lending specialists. The specialists will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner utilises an asset they own to obtain a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or an business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.