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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Salisbury Downs Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Salisbury Downs Small Business Loans
Salisbury Downs unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $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 the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Salisbury Downs Business Loans
What is the Larger Salisbury Downs Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s 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 qualify for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost every company purpose including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets and can include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits 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 notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of $250K or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an business 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application during standard company times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply in normal business timings and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of aspects to determine what is the health of your business and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine the health of your business and the level of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
When you request the company credit, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the business is in operation, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved 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 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful business loan specialists. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner borrows from assets they own to make the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.