FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Bonnet Bay Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Bonnet Bay Small Business Loans
Bonnet Bay unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response 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. Our company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business purpose including managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Bonnet Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Bonnet Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost any company reason, such as company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets and can include registration in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$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 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application in standard business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer within just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to offer you with 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 can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application in normal business times and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects to determine your well-being of your business and the extent of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess the well-being that is your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request business loans with us company loans, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating as well as what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost 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 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful company loan experts. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner utilises the assets they have to obtain the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.