FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Bardwell Valley Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Bardwell Valley Small Business Loans
Bardwell Valley unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Bardwell Valley Business Loans
What is the Larger Bardwell Valley 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 scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used for almost any business use, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, which could also include registering this with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to re-pay 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 goods or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$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: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you make your application in standard company timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during normal business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine what is the health of the business and the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine your health that is your business and the amount of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment the business and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the business is in operation as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business credit specialists. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is crucial and is an essential part 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 personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner makes use of the assets they have to get the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required before you can access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally there is personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.