FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Eveleigh Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Eveleigh Small Business Loans
Eveleigh unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Eveleigh Business Loans
What is the Larger Eveleigh Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost all company use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, and may include registering this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails 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 goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you apply in quality company hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application within normal business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors in order to assess the well-being of your company and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine the well-being of your business and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request the business credit, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is in, how long the business has been running for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loan professionals. They’ll offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is an essential part 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 financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner makes use of assets they own to make a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Are I require security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access however, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.