FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Elderslie Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Elderslie Small Business Loans
Elderslie unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company need, such as cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Elderslie Business Loans
What is the Larger Elderslie 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 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide a response in one hour if you make your application during standard company time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within standard business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine how much we can lend you well-being of your company and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine the well-being that is your company and the level of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you request business loans with us company loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business is in operation for, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan experts. They will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial part 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 personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner utilises assets they own to get the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or an company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get an individual ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.