FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Bangholme Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Bangholme Small Business Loans
Bangholme unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Bangholme Business Loans
What is the Larger Bangholme Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost any business need, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets, and could include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard company time and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statement, it can 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 within an hour, provided you submit your request within normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of your company as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to assess the health of your business and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request the business financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer 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 be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business has been running and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
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. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful company lending experts. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner makes use of an asset they own to get the loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access However, we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K typically, you will need an individual ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.