FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Jindalee Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Jindalee Small Business Loans
Jindalee unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business need, such as cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Jindalee Business Loans
What is the Larger Jindalee 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 term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for almost all company reason, such as company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans 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 a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a 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 demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply within quality company hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application within normal business times and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six 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 particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system 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 offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors for determining what is the well-being that is your business and the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to assess the well-being for your business as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company has been running and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan specialists. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner utilises an asset that they own to obtain a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds but we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.