FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Bungarribee Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Bungarribee Small Business Loans
Bungarribee unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Bungarribee Business Loans
What is the Larger Bungarribee Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost every company use, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets and can include registration on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a 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 demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application at quality business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within an hour – provided you make your application at normal business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of variables that determine the health for your company and the amount of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine the health of your company as well as the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you request business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, the long the company is in operation for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly business loan specialists. They will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of paramount importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner utilises assets they own to get the loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.