FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Bass Hill Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Bass Hill Small Business Loans
Bass Hill unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided 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 reason, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Bass Hill Business Loans
What is the Larger Bass Hill Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also 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 to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost any company purpose including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets, and could include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable 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 records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company 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 for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request within standard business time 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 statement, we’ll offer a decision within just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application at standard business times and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine how much we can lend you health of the business and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the company has been in operation, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful business loan professionals. They’ll provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, 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 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner makes use of the assets they have to get a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or an business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you are able to get the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.