FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Botany Downs Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Botany Downs Small Business Loans
Botany Downs unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Botany Downs Business Loans
What is the Larger Botany Downs Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for almost every business purpose including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets, and may include registering this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour if you submit your request within quality company times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request during standard business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of aspects that determine the well-being of the business and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business has been operating as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company credit specialists. The professionals will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner makes use of an asset they own to get the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or an business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money However, we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.