FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Jacobs Well Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Jacobs Well Small Business Loans
Jacobs Well unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Jacobs Well Business Loans
What is the Larger Jacobs Well Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must 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 to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost all business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by way of charge on assets, and could include the registration of this through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you submit your request in quality business hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After 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. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you make your application during standard business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to provide an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables to determine the well-being of the business and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to assess the health for your business and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for the business credit, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business has been running and how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (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 without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful business loan specialists. We will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner uses an asset they own to make the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is an individual ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.