FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Cheltenham Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Cheltenham Small Business Loans
Cheltenham unsecured loans provides 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.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Cheltenham Business Loans
What is the Larger Cheltenham Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A 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?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost every company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as 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 to access funding over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge over assets, and could include registration with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
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 items or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business hours and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request at normal business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 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. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements in order to assess your health of the business and the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess your health for your company and the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for our company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, the long the company is in operation, whether the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please talk to one of our helpful company credit professionals. They will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner borrows from an asset they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.