FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Oakden Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Oakden Small Business Loans
Oakden unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an instant response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Oakden Business Loans
What is the Larger Oakden Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. 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 demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all company purpose including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets and can include registration on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could have different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an 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 simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer the decision within an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour – provided you apply in standard business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide an answer within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within six 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 on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you health of the business as well as the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to assess the well-being of the business and the extent of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the business has been operating as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost 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 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company lending professionals. We will offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner borrows from an asset they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money but we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150K typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.