FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Bowen Hills Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Bowen Hills Small Business Loans
Bowen Hills unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Bowen Hills Business Loans
What is the Larger Bowen Hills Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, and could include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be based on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statements , it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request in normal business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, 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 variables in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of your business and the level of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to assess the health that is your business and the extent of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you request one of our business loan, we will assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the company has been running for, how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful company loans specialists. The professionals will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner borrows from assets they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I need security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money but we do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.