FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Belmont Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Belmont Small Business Loans
Belmont unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company purpose including control of cash flow company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Belmont Business Loans
What is the Larger Belmont Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined 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 have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost every business reason, such as company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets and can include registering this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs 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 registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company 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) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you make your application within standard business hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application within standard business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors for determining your well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to assess your well-being that is your business and the extent of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating and how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loan specialists. We will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner uses an asset they own to get the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access but we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.