FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Bayswater Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Bayswater Small Business Loans
Bayswater 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 makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Bayswater Business Loans
What is the Larger Bayswater Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify 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 generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost any business need, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour if you make your application at quality business time and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application in normal business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you health of your business and the level of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess the well-being of your company and the level of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk profile for your company and provide an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been operating and whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loan specialists. They’ll provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally, you are able to get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.