FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Ermington Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Ermington Small Business Loans
Ermington unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business purpose including the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Ermington Business Loans
What is the Larger Ermington Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (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 is a great option for almost any company 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 purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be based on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous 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 just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request in quality company times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision within just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to 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 and up) we can often offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application during standard business time and let us use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of variables for determining how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the extent of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine your well-being of the business and the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company financing, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the company has been in operation as well as whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan specialists. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide 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 the assets they have to secure a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I require security to get an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.