FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Singleton Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Singleton Small Business Loans
Singleton unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Singleton Business Loans
What is the Larger Singleton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as 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 to access funding over $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply within quality business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request in standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables in order to assess the well-being that is your business and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of factors to determine the well-being of the business as well as the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is in, how long the company has been in operation as well as in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business lending specialists. The professionals will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner borrows from assets 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 majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.