FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Springfield Lakes Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Springfield Lakes Small Business Loans
Springfield Lakes unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Springfield Lakes Business Loans
What is the Larger Springfield Lakes Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and 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 Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, and could be registered on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer the legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 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 to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request at quality business time and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision within an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you apply during standard business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects for determining what is the well-being that is your business and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess the well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide an individualised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the business has been running as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as 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 how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business credit experts. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship with 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 dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner borrows from an asset they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset 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.
Do I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.