FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Bankstown Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Bankstown Small Business Loans
Bankstown unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate 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, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company purpose including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Bankstown Business Loans
What is the Larger Bankstown Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost every company purpose including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets and can be registered on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application in quality business timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision within just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application at normal business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed your 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 offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of variables to determine the health for your company and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine your well-being for your company and the extent of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation as well as what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly company credit professionals. They will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss 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 business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner utilises assets they own to make a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security for an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access but 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) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.