FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Eyre Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Eyre Small Business Loans
Eyre unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Eyre Business Loans
What is the Larger Eyre Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any company reason, such as company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business 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 records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for a 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 easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request in quality business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply at normal business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables for determining what is the health of the company and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess your health of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request one of our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company has been running and how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off 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 pursue this option, please call our helpful business loans experts. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and an integral part 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 personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner uses the assets they have to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.