FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Blakehurst Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Blakehurst Small Business Loans
Blakehurst unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Blakehurst Business Loans
What is the Larger Blakehurst Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. You must 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost any business use, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the 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 fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply within standard company timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during standard business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of variables for determining your well-being of the company and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to determine the well-being for your company and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the business is in operation for, whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loan specialists. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and a vital 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner utilises assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally there is a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.