FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Southport Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Southport Small Business Loans
Southport unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Southport Business Loans
What is the Larger Southport Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years 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 Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any company need, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails 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 items or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company 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 prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply within quality business time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of variables that determine what is the well-being of the company and the level of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to determine your health of the business and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for our company loans, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business is in operation and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loan specialists. We will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and an integral 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 techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner utilises assets they own to secure the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.