FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Springfield Central Small Business Loans
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Springfield Central unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Springfield Central Business Loans
What is the Larger Springfield Central Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly any business use, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include registration through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a business 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)
- 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 - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to 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 to $100K) we can often offer an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within just 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 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 offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you apply within normal business time and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects for determining what is the well-being for your business and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business has been operating, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful business lending specialists. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner uses assets they own to obtain a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.