FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Nundah Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Nundah Small Business Loans
Nundah unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Nundah Business Loans
What is the Larger Nundah Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost any business use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and 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 in the form of a charge against assets, which could also be registered in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been 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 was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The 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 over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application in standard company time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application in normal business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you health for your business and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess the health of your business and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been operating as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful company loans experts. We will provide you with details on 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 early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner borrows from the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is an individual ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.