FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Bayswater Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Bayswater Small Business Loans
Bayswater unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company purpose including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Bayswater Business Loans
What is the Larger Bayswater Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for nearly all business reason, such as company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be based on 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, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application within standard company timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you make your application at normal business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of elements in order to assess what is the health of your company and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine the well-being for your company and the extent of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the company has been operating, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential 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 protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner uses an asset they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or a business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.