FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Bexley Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Bexley Small Business Loans
Bexley unsecured loans provides 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.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply to get your 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 are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Bexley Business Loans
What is the Larger Bexley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost any business need, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply at standard business time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within just the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard business hours and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables that determine your health of the company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess the health that is your business and the level of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request the business financing, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, the long the business has been running as well as what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful company credit specialists. The professionals will offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. 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 immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner uses assets they own to get the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security for a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money, however we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.