FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Oxford Falls Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Oxford Falls Small Business Loans
Oxford Falls 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 what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company use, including control of cash flow company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Oxford Falls Business Loans
What is the Larger Oxford Falls Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be 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 the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost every company need, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge on assets, and could be registered through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for a 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 simple and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application at quality business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to offer an answer within just the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you apply within standard business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects that determine the health for your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess your well-being of the company and the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the business is in operation, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loan specialists. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner uses assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money but we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.