FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Stratton Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Stratton Small Business Loans
Stratton unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This 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?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company need, such as control of cash flow company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Stratton Business Loans
What is the Larger Stratton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly all business use, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets, and could be registered through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business 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 demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you apply at standard business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide the decision in just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal company hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application in standard business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements that determine the health that is your company and the extent of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine your health of your company and the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for our business loan, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A 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 rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the company has been running, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit 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. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly company loan professionals. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, 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 utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner borrows from assets they own to get the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or an company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally, you are able to get personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.