FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Jolimont Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Jolimont Small Business Loans
Jolimont unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as cash flow management, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Jolimont Business Loans
What is the Larger Jolimont Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan is a great option for almost every business need, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets, which could also include registration in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business 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 which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application 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 as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application at quality company time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer an answer within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the 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 transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply during normal business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements that determine how much we can lend you well-being for your business and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to determine the health that is your company and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, how long the company has been running as well as in the event that the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business loan experts. The experts will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial 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 sensitive, personal and financial data and 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 banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner uses the assets they have to make the funding. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I need security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need an individual ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.