FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Chambers Flat Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Chambers Flat Small Business Loans
Chambers Flat unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Chambers Flat Business Loans
What is the Larger Chambers Flat Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
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% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost all company need, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, which could also include registration in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application within quality company times and 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 can offer an answer in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you make your application in normal business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the level of payments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine your health for your business and the extent of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been running, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful business loans experts. We will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is vital and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner borrows from an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security to get an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.