FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Enoggera Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Enoggera Small Business Loans
Enoggera unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Enoggera Business Loans
What is the Larger Enoggera Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every company purpose including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets and can include registration in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to pay back 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 objects or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply 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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request in standard business timings and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request in normal business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine your health of your business as well as the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine the health of your company and the level of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful company loan experts. We will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of paramount importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner utilises the assets they have to make the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or an business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document) 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 an asset charge.