FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Buckland Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Buckland Small Business Loans
Buckland unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Buckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Buckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to 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 I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets and can include registration in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own 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.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (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 simple and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you apply in quality company timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to offer a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements , 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 if you submit your request during standard business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait 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 for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables for determining what is the well-being for your company and the level of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to assess the health that is your business as well as the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for the company loan, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and offer an individualised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the company is in operation as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful company credit professionals. The specialists will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is vital and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner makes use of assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or an company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you are able to get the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.