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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Bannockburn Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Bannockburn Small Business Loans
Bannockburn unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Bannockburn Business Loans
What is the Larger Bannockburn Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly all business purpose including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or 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 required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets, and could include the registration of this through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. It is possible to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be subject to different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company 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 trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you make your application during standard company timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer within just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request during standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine how much we can lend you health that is your company and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine the health for your company and the extent of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request our company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer an individualised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been running as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business credit experts. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount 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.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner utilises an asset they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.