FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Neerabup Small Business Loans
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Neerabup unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Neerabup Business Loans
What is the Larger Neerabup Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost every business purpose including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, and may be registered through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can 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 demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, 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 credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour if you make your application in quality business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer an answer within just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request in normal business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables for determining how much we can lend you well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of aspects to determine the health that is your company and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is in, how long the business has been in operation as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful company credit specialists. They will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial aspect 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner uses an asset that they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.