FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Island Bay Small Business Loans
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Island Bay unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business need, such as the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Island Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Island Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all company reason, such as business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to re-pay 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 which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application within standard company timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request within normal business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of variables that determine your health that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the company has been running and how long the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back 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 lending professionals. The professionals will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner uses assets they own to get a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.