FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Oakford Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Oakford Small Business Loans
Oakford unsecured loans offers 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 is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Oakford Business Loans
What is the Larger Oakford Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every business reason, such as business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets and can include registration on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own 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 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply in standard company times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application during standard business times and let us use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you apply for the company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company has been in operation as well as whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. 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 are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company lending professionals. We will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner uses an asset they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally, you are able to get personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.