FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Fig Tree Pocket Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Fig Tree Pocket Small Business Loans
Fig Tree Pocket unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable 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 for nearly every business reason, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Fig Tree Pocket Business Loans
What is the Larger Fig Tree Pocket Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, 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 operating for at least three years and have 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any company use, including company renovations, to purchase 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 a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request at quality business hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer the decision in just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business times and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer the decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you health for your company and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine your well-being of the business and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you request our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the business has been operating, how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending specialists. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is vital and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner utilises an asset that they own to secure the loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access but we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.