FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Ashmore Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Ashmore Small Business Loans
Ashmore unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business use, including managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Ashmore Business Loans
What is the Larger Ashmore Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for nearly all company reason, such as company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply within standard business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application during normal business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine your health of your business and the extent of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the amount of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request the company loan, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the business has been running, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from the very 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 can request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly company loan specialists. They will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner makes use of an asset they own to make a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.