FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The South Windsor Small Business Loans
Tell me about the South Windsor Small Business Loans
South Windsor 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 is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company reason, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger South Windsor Business Loans
What is the Larger South Windsor Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly all business reason, such as company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge over assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request within quality business times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in just an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 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 particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request at normal business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you health of the business and the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess the health that is your company and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, the long the business has been running, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan experts. We will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner uses assets they own to secure a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, 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 need security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.