FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Island Bay Small Business Loans
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Island Bay unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company need, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Island Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Island Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost every business use, 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 reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with 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: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request within quality company times and permit 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 an answer within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your 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 offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little 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 specific amount we consider a variety of elements for determining what is the health of your business and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your company and the level of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company is in, how long the company has been in operation and whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful company credit specialists. They’ll provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online to 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 uses assets they own to make a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is the process of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I require security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is an individual ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.