FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Forrestfield Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Forrestfield Small Business Loans
Forrestfield unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Forrestfield Business Loans
What is the Larger Forrestfield Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost all business reason, such as business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, 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 three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply at quality business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer an answer in just the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request during standard business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables for determining how much we can lend you health of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to assess your well-being of the business and the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you make an application for the company financing, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, 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 that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating and how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful company lending professionals. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner utilises an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get a personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.