FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Box Hill North Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Box Hill North Small Business Loans
Box Hill North unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Box Hill North Business Loans
What is the Larger Box Hill North Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every company purpose including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, which could also include registration in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an company 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 transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months 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 the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour if you submit your request within standard business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply in normal business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of variables that determine your health of the company as well as the amount of repayments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess your health of your business and the level of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, the long the company is in operation, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful company lending specialists. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner borrows from the assets they have to get the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.