FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The St James Small Business Loans
Tell me more about St James Small Business Loans
St James unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger St James Business Loans
What is the Larger St James Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is 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 the business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost all company need, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application in standard business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait 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 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply within normal business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements that determine what is the health that is your business and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to determine your health of your company as well as the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business operates in, how long the business is in operation, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loan experts. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is a crucial part 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 secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner uses an asset they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.