FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Eastwood Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Eastwood Small Business Loans
Eastwood unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business use, including the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Eastwood Business Loans
What is the Larger Eastwood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the 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 be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every business need, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (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 process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application within standard business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer the decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer a response in one hour – provided you apply in normal business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide the decision within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of elements to determine your health for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of factors to determine your health of the company as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the business has been running for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from day one. 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 request a credit loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loans experts. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner borrows from the assets they have to make a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty 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 making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access however, we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.