FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Surrey Downs Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Surrey Downs Small Business Loans
Surrey Downs unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Surrey Downs Business Loans
What is the Larger Surrey Downs Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets and can include registering this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor 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 registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for 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 process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request in quality company times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve 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 particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request during normal business times and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements that determine your well-being of the company and the level of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company and the level of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request the company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business operates in, the long the business has been running as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful company credit experts. The specialists will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner uses an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.