FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Boulcott Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Boulcott Small Business Loans
Boulcott unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Boulcott Business Loans
What is the Larger Boulcott Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company 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) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost every business purpose including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so 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. This is as a result of an charge over assets, and could include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an 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)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application within quality business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within an hour if you make your application at normal business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of elements to determine what is the health that is your company and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess the health that is your company and the extent of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for our company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer an individualised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the company has been running, whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, starting 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 punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company credit professionals. They will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of paramount 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 and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner uses an asset they own to secure the loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access but we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.