FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Strathfield Small Business Loans
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Strathfield unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Strathfield Business Loans
What is the Larger Strathfield 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 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan is a great option for almost all company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and may be registered through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. 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 conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$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 to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply within quality company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision within an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request within normal business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements that determine your health of your business and the extent of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your business as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you apply for our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a tailored offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation for, how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loans experts. They will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner uses assets they own to make the loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.