FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Blockhouse Bay Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Blockhouse Bay Small Business Loans
Blockhouse Bay unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $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 an traditional business loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Blockhouse Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Blockhouse Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every company use, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be based on 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 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with 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 need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application during quality business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request in standard business times and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements that determine the health of your business and the level of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to determine your health that is your business and the extent of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for our business loan, we will assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a tailored offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the business has been running as well as whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful company credit experts. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral 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 standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner makes use of the assets they have to secure the loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.