FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The North Balgowlah Small Business Loans
Tell me about the North Balgowlah Small Business Loans
North Balgowlah unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business purpose including the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger North Balgowlah Business Loans
What is the Larger North Balgowlah Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your company must belong to 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 demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company use, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a 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 easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six 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 – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply during quality company hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us copies of your bank statement, it will take a little 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 will consider a number of elements that determine how much we can lend you well-being for your company and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the extent of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the company has been running and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take 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 decide to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loans professionals. They will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner utilises an asset they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money however, we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.