FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Stirling Small Business Loans
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Stirling unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business purpose including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Stirling Business Loans
What is the Larger Stirling Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any business need, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding 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 the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply at quality company timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer the decision within an 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 a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you upload copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application at standard business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables that determine the well-being of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine the well-being for your company and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request one of our company loans, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer an individualised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business operates in, the long the business is in operation and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful company loans experts. They’ll provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of 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 utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner utilises the assets they have to get the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I need security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.