FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Springfield Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Springfield Small Business Loans
Springfield unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Springfield Business Loans
What is the Larger Springfield Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost any business purpose including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. It is possible 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, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request within standard company times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request within normal business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer an answer in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to 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 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors in order to assess what is the health that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you request business loans with us company financing, we will assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company is in operation and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know exactly 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 as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful business loan specialists. They will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner makes use of the assets they have to make the funding. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150K typically, you will need an individual ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.