FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Eastwood Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Eastwood Small Business Loans
Eastwood unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Eastwood Business Loans
What is the Larger Eastwood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost any company reason, such as company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $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, and interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you make your application in standard company timings 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 banking statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision in as little as 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request at normal business times and let us use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine what is the health of the company and the extent of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the level of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the company is in operation, whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business credit professionals. They will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner utilises an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or an business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you are able to get a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.