FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Viewbank Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Viewbank Small Business Loans
Viewbank unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $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 how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company use, including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Viewbank Business Loans
What is the Larger Viewbank Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used for almost any company purpose including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply in standard business timings and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you apply during standard business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables for determining the well-being that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine your well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the business loan, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer an individualised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business is in operation and what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business lending experts. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner uses assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.