FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Bonnyrigg Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Bonnyrigg Small Business Loans
Bonnyrigg unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Bonnyrigg Business Loans
What is the Larger Bonnyrigg Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly every company use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer the legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that is greater than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application at quality business hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you upload the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in normal business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of aspects to determine the well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company and the level of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the company has been operating, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please call our helpful business credit experts. They’ll provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner borrows from assets they own to make a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or an business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access, however we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.