FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Bella Vista Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Bella Vista Small Business Loans
Bella Vista unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Bella Vista Business Loans
What is the Larger Bella Vista Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an 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 worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply in quality business hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision in just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within normal business timings and let us use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements in order to assess the well-being of the business and the extent of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess your well-being that is your business and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you request one of our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company has been running, how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please talk to one of our helpful company credit specialists. They’ll offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and a vital part 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner utilises the assets they have to obtain the funding. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.