FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Ottoway Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Ottoway Small Business Loans
Ottoway unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Ottoway Business Loans
What is the Larger Ottoway Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for almost every company need, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets and can include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could have different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request within standard company timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have 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. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request in standard business time and let us use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors for determining the health for your business and the level of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess the well-being of the business and the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you make an application for the company loans, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer an individualised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will 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?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business has been in operation for, whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly business lending specialists. The experts will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner uses assets they own to secure the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.