FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The North Bondi Small Business Loans
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North Bondi unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger North Bondi Business Loans
What is the Larger North Bondi Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent 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 have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every company use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property 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 the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250K or more, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be 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)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (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 process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within standard business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application within normal business times and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of variables to determine what is the well-being for your business and the level of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to determine the health of your company and the level of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you request our company loan, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company is in, how long the business is in operation, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loan specialists. We will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner uses assets they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.