FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Engadine Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Engadine Small Business Loans
Engadine unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, such as control of cash flow business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Engadine Business Loans
What is the Larger Engadine Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The 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 be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost every business purpose including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, and may include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for a 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 simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months 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 – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application within standard company hours and let us utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer within just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within one hour – provided you make your application at normal business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide the decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you well-being for your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess your well-being of your company and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business loan, we will assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been running and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. We will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner borrows from assets they own to obtain the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.