FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The South Lake Small Business Loans
Tell me more about South Lake Small Business Loans
South Lake unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our 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, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger South Lake Business Loans
What is the Larger South Lake Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
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.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all company need, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, and could include registration with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard company hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision within just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request in standard business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of variables that determine what is the well-being of the company and the extent of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request our company financing, we will assess the risk profile the company and offer an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is in, how long the business has been in operation, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing 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 loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful company loan experts. We will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential 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 standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner borrows from an asset they own to make the funding. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.