FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Stones Corner Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Stones Corner Small Business Loans
Stones Corner unsecured loans offers 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 the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Stones Corner Business Loans
What is the Larger Stones Corner Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost every company need, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets and can include registration in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within standard company timings and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application in normal business times and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us copies of your bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine your health for your company and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company financing, we will assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the business is in operation as well as in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. 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 interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loan specialists. They will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner uses an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.