FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Erskine Park Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Erskine Park Small Business Loans
Erskine Park unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Erskine Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Erskine Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also 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 of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost every company use, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets and can include registration in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business 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 prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer a response in one hour if you submit your request within standard company hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request within standard business times and let us use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide an answer within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of elements in order to assess what is the well-being that is your business as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess your well-being for your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request our company loans, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been running and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business lending professionals. They will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is vital and an integral aspect 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 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner borrows from assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.