FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Chiswick Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Chiswick Small Business Loans
Chiswick unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company purpose including the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Chiswick Business Loans
What is the Larger Chiswick Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost any company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing new 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 needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be based on different conditions.
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 over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you apply within quality company timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your 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 transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request at standard business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of aspects for determining the well-being that is your business and the level of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine the health of your company and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request business loans with us company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer an individualised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company has been running for, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and at what time, from the very 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 get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please talk to one of our helpful company lending professionals. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner uses assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I need security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.