FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Prospect Small Business Loans
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Prospect unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Prospect Business Loans
What is the Larger Prospect Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have 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, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for nearly any business use, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets, and may include registering this with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have 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. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are 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 in 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine your well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine your health that is your company as well as the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly company loans professionals. We will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers 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)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner uses the assets they have to secure a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money however, we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.