FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Boneo Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Boneo Small Business Loans
Boneo 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.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company use, including the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Boneo Business Loans
What is the Larger Boneo Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly all company reason, such as business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets, and could be registered through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour if you make your application in quality business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request within normal business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer an answer in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of factors in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of your company and the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess your well-being that is your company and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, how long the company has been operating, how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing 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 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business lending specialists. We will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner utilises an asset that they own to get the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.