FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Ashford Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Ashford Small Business Loans
Ashford unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business use, including managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Ashford Business Loans
What is the Larger Ashford Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly every business need, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits 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 public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a business 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply in quality company timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer the decision within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application during normal business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of aspects for determining how much we can lend you health of your business and the extent of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to assess your health of the company and the level of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you request the business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide an individualised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront 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 will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company is in operation and whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly business lending professionals. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner makes use of an asset they own to secure the funding. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.