FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Bend of Islands Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Bend of Islands Small Business Loans
Bend of Islands unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including cash flow management, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Bend of Islands Business Loans
What is the Larger Bend of Islands Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost any company purpose including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets and can be registered through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We may be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a company 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)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour if you make your application within standard business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal company hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within one hour – provided you apply within standard business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of elements that determine what is the health for your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the amount of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation and what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly business loans specialists. The professionals will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner utilises assets they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is an individual ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.