FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Chandler Small Business Loans
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Chandler unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Chandler Business Loans
What is the Larger Chandler Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost any business use, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge on assets, and could be registered on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. This 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 may receive may be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply in quality company hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements , it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply at normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects that determine what is the well-being of your company and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess the health of your business and the level of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is in, how long the business is in operation for, whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful company lending specialists. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner borrows from assets they own to secure the funding. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.