FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Spring Farm Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Spring Farm Small Business Loans
Spring Farm unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business need, such as managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Spring Farm Business Loans
What is the Larger Spring Farm Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost every company need, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be based on different conditions.
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 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (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 to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply at quality business hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you apply during normal business hours and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to determine what is the well-being of your business and the extent of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine the well-being of the business and the level of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for our company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business is in, how long the business has been operating as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loan specialists. The professionals will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and a vital part 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner makes use of an asset that they own to get the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you are able to get an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.