FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Botany Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Botany Small Business Loans
Botany 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, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company need, such as control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Botany Business Loans
What is the Larger Botany Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used for almost any company purpose including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets and can be registered with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to pay back 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 allows preference over private property granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit verification 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 checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be based on different terms.
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 over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (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 application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request within quality business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request at standard business timings and let us use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer an answer within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine what is the health of the business and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you 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 repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful business loans professionals. We will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner makes use of an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money however, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.