FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Stapylton Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Stapylton Small Business Loans
Stapylton unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including control of cash flow company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Stapylton Business Loans
What is the Larger Stapylton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to 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 continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for 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 to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company borrower 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 contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could have 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 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 or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request in quality company hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer within an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of elements that determine your health of the company and the level of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess your health of the business and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and provide an individualised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the business has been running for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company credit specialists. They’ll offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner makes use of assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.