FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Bayview Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Bayview Small Business Loans
Bayview unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company use, including the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Bayview Business Loans
What is the Larger Bayview Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly all business use, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply 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)
- must show at least six months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply within standard company time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour – provided you make your application within normal business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors to determine what is the well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine your health that is your company and the level of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company is in operation and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any 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 can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loans specialists. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital 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 and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner uses the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.