FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Blockhouse Bay Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Blockhouse Bay Small Business Loans
Blockhouse Bay unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning 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 expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, which could also include registration with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request at standard company times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide a decision within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you upload documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide a response in one hour if you make your application in normal business times and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After 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 on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit 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 will consider a number of elements that determine your well-being of your company and the extent of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine the health of the company as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for the company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and offer an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business has been running as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful company lending professionals. They will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is a crucial 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 as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner uses an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is an individual ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.