FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Bowen Mountain Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Bowen Mountain Small Business Loans
Bowen Mountain unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company reason, such as control of cash flow business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Bowen Mountain Business Loans
What is the Larger Bowen Mountain Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This 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 in this amount the company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all company need, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets and can include registering this in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document 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 an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be based on different terms.
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, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the 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 as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you make your application during quality business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour – provided you make your application in standard business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables to determine the well-being of the business as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess the well-being that is your business and the level of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the company has been operating, how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful business lending specialists. We will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is crucial 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 techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner utilises the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or an business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional 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 before you can access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.