FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Ellenbrook Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Ellenbrook Small Business Loans
Ellenbrook unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Ellenbrook Business Loans
What is the Larger Ellenbrook Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every company use, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for 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 required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets, and may include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out 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 answering a couple of financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you apply during standard company time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application at normal business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to offer an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you health of your business and the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business has been operating for, how long the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loans specialists. The professionals will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and a vital 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner borrows from an asset they own to make the loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.