FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Somerton Park Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Somerton Park Small Business Loans
Somerton Park unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Somerton Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Somerton Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, 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) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly all company need, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply in quality business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you apply during normal business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of elements for determining how much we can lend you health that is your company and the level of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to assess the health of your business as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you request one of our company loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company lending professionals. We will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner uses assets they own to get the funding. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.