FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Anstead Small Business Loans
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Anstead unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business need, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Anstead Business Loans
What is the Larger Anstead Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% 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 be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any business purpose including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge over assets and can include registering this with the PPSR or making 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 guarantee is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to re-pay 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 registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business 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)
- must show at least six months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request at quality company times and let us make use of the advanced 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 a decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application during normal business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide the decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of variables to determine what is the well-being of the company and the level of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
When you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine your health that is your company and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request the company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the business has been running for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
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% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending professionals. The experts will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner uses assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.