FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of 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. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as cash flow management, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Blockhouse Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Blockhouse Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. 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 prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any business purpose including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets, and could include registration with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during quality business time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within an hour – provided you make your application within standard business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of elements to determine how much we can lend you health of the company as well as the amount of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine the well-being of your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to request one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful business loan experts. They’ll offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner utilises assets they own to get the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money However, we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you are able to get the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.