FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Ashmore Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Ashmore Small Business Loans
Ashmore unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Ashmore Business Loans
What is the Larger Ashmore Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any business use, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets, which could also include registration with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have 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 - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application at quality business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer an answer within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request during standard business times and you allow us to 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 are able to offer an answer within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements in order to assess what is the health for your company and the extent of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to assess the well-being of your company and the level of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you request the company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business has been running for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, right 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 are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with 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% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful company loan experts. The specialists will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner makes use of an asset they own to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or an company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally there is a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.