FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Scarborough Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Scarborough Small Business Loans
Scarborough unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Scarborough Business Loans
What is the Larger Scarborough Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used for almost all business purpose including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to repay 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 registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application during standard company hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply in normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects for determining the well-being that is your company and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been running for, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loan experts. They’ll provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing 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 borrows from an asset they own to make the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is 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 detailed in your loan contract), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you are able to get the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.