FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Stretton Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Stretton Small Business Loans
Stretton unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business need, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Stretton Business Loans
What is the Larger Stretton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your business must belong to 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 minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost every company purpose including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business 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)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application during standard company times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application in normal business times and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer an answer in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of elements for determining the well-being for your company and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess the well-being for your business and the extent of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you request one of our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly business loans specialists. They 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 plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is vital and an integral part 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 secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner makes use of an asset that they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.