FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Bend of Islands Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Bend of Islands Small Business Loans
Bend of Islands unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Bend of Islands Business Loans
What is the Larger Bend of Islands Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all business purpose including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or 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 accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets, which could also be registered in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you apply within standard company times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as an 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 about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you make your application in normal business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose 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 ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of variables for determining the well-being that is your business and the extent of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the business is in operation, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business lending professionals. They’ll offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is vital and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner borrows from an asset that they own to make a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.