FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Chidlow Small Business Loans
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Chidlow unsecured loans provides 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.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company use, including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Chidlow Business Loans
What is the Larger Chidlow Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly every company need, including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets and can include registration with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is 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 priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for for the 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. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request within quality business times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply during standard business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of aspects to determine your well-being of the business as well as the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of aspects to assess the well-being that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for the company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been in operation, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful company credit experts. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is vital and an integral element 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 commitment to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner borrows from the assets they have to get a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.