FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Bidwill Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Bidwill Small Business Loans
Bidwill unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Bidwill Business Loans
What is the Larger Bidwill Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all business reason, such as company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, and could include registering this on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply at standard business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in just 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application within 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 upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables in order to assess the health for your company and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine your health of your business and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount 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 pay for the loan, as well as the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful company loans experts. They will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive 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 instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner uses the assets they have to get a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.