FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Fortitude Valley Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Fortitude Valley Small Business Loans
Fortitude Valley unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company need, such as managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Fortitude Valley Business Loans
What is the Larger Fortitude Valley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. You must 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 to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any business need, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower 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 goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be 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 at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a 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. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request during standard company hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision within 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide a response in one hour if you submit your request in standard business times and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors in order to assess the well-being of the company and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine the well-being of your business and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and provide an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business has been running, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company lending specialists. We will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner utilises an asset that they own to get the loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.