FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Bungarribee Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Bungarribee Small Business Loans
Bungarribee unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Bungarribee Business Loans
What is the Larger Bungarribee Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 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, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, and could include registering this on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and 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: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application at quality business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision in as little as one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application in normal business times and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of factors in order to assess how much we can lend you health of your company and the level of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the extent of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you request the business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the business has been operating and whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan professionals. They’ll provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are 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 the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need an individual 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. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.