FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Eastgardens Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Eastgardens Small Business Loans
Eastgardens unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Eastgardens Business Loans
What is the Larger Eastgardens Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly all business use, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, which could also include registering this in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide the legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application within quality company times and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application at standard business timings and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors for determining the well-being that is your company as well as the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess your well-being of your business and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request the business loan, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company loan professionals. The professionals will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being transparent about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.