FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Jindalee Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Jindalee Small Business Loans
Jindalee unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company use, including managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Jindalee Business Loans
What is the Larger Jindalee Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every company use, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge over assets and can include registration through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application within quality business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide a decision within just an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you upload copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the amount of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to determine the health that is your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you request the company financing, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide an individualised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business has been operating as well as whether the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loan experts. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner uses assets they own to get a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Are I need security for an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.