FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Fortitude Valley Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Fortitude Valley Small Business Loans
Fortitude Valley unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Fortitude Valley Business Loans
What is the Larger Fortitude Valley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets and can be registered in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business 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’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within an hour if you make your application in standard company hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload copies of your bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you make your application in standard business timings and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors that determine the health of the company and the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to assess the health of the company and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request one of our business credit, we will assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the business has been operating and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful business credit specialists. We will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner utilises an asset they own to make the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or a business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security for an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money However, we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.