FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Fingal Head Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Fingal Head Small Business Loans
Fingal Head unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as cash flow management, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Fingal Head Business Loans
What is the Larger Fingal Head Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a business 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 the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply at quality business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application in normal business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the extent of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to determine the health for your company and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for the company financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loans professionals. The professionals will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and a vital part 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 personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner makes use of an asset they own to make a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by 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 a way of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I require security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.