FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Aldinga Beach Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Aldinga Beach Small Business Loans
Aldinga Beach unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as cash flow management, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Aldinga Beach Business Loans
What is the Larger Aldinga Beach Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all business need, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets and can include registration through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to re-pay 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 registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $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 lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide a response in one hour if you apply in quality company timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely 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 it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply at normal business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us 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 or more) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of aspects for determining how much we can lend you health that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the level of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for the business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the business has been in operation and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loans professionals. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner utilises an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you are able to get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.