FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Chidlow Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Chidlow Small Business Loans
Chidlow unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Chidlow Business Loans
What is the Larger Chidlow Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost all business purpose including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Are I 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 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 to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour if you make your application during standard business timings and you 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 will be able to provide a decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard business hours and allow us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors to determine the well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to determine the well-being of the company and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business credit, we will assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the company is in operation, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful business lending experts. The experts will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital 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 financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner makes use of an asset that they own to obtain the loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money but we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.