FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Eagleby Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Eagleby Small Business Loans
Eagleby unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Eagleby Business Loans
What is the Larger Eagleby Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your company 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 to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly all company need, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets and can be registered on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure 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 if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request at quality business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard business hours and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements in order to assess what is the well-being that is your company and the extent of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess your well-being of your business and the amount of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request one of our company loan, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company loan specialists. We will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner uses the assets they have to get a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the 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 taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.