FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The St Kilda Small Business Loans
Let me know about the St Kilda Small Business Loans
St Kilda unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business need, such as the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger St Kilda Business Loans
What is the Larger St Kilda Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue 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.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all company purpose including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets, and could be registered with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
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 over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply in quality company timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application at normal business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of variables for determining the health of your company and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request one of our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is in, how long the business has been in operation as well as what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful business loans professionals. They will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner uses an asset they own to get a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, you can get the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.