FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Fitzgibbon Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Fitzgibbon Small Business Loans
Fitzgibbon unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Fitzgibbon Business Loans
What is the Larger Fitzgibbon Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to 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 the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost all business purpose including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as 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 necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request at standard company times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request within standard business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements that determine how much we can lend you health of the business and the level of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine your health of the company and the extent of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company financing, we will assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the business is in operation for, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loans experts. The professionals will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted 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 data, process, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication 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, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner borrows from assets they own to get a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or an company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.