FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Annerley Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Annerley Small Business Loans
Annerley unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then 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 to fulfill almost every business use, including cash flow management, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Annerley Business Loans
What is the Larger Annerley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have 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 Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any company reason, such as company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, which could also include registering this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K 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 lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide a response in one hour if you make your application at standard business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 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 particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application during normal business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors that determine how much we can lend you well-being of your company and the level of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to determine your health of your company and the extent of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you make an application for the business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation and whether the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no 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 apply for a loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing 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 the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful company lending specialists. The professionals will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and a vital 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 personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner utilises assets they own to obtain the loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.