FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The St Ives Chase Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the St Ives Chase Small Business Loans
St Ives Chase unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business need, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger St Ives Chase Business Loans
What is the Larger St Ives Chase Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to 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 to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly all company purpose including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, and could be registered on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company 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 registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request during standard business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer in just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you apply at standard business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects in order to assess how much we can lend you health of the business and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the amount of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the business is in operation and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. 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 and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and a vital 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 information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner uses an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee 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 is a way of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need an individual ensure and security in the form an asset charge.