FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Auchenflower Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Auchenflower Small Business Loans
Auchenflower unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Auchenflower Business Loans
What is the Larger Auchenflower Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $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 continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost every business purpose including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $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: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply during quality company times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer a response in one hour if you make your application at normal business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you upload copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors that determine how much we can lend you health for your business and the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the company and the extent of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer an individualised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the company has been running, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loan professionals. The experts will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure 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 standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner utilises an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or an company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets 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 detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need personal ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.