FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Bidwill Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Bidwill Small Business Loans
Bidwill unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Bidwill Business Loans
What is the Larger Bidwill Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company reason, such as company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer the legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and 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 – as long as you submit your request within standard business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to offer a decision in just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request during normal business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables that determine your health that is your business and the extent of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to assess the well-being that is your company and the extent of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you request our business credit, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the business has been operating for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loan specialists. The specialists will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner uses assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.