FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Island Bay Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Island Bay Small Business Loans
Island Bay unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company use, including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
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 business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old 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 funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any company purpose including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as 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 needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could have different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 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 fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request within standard business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application in standard business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of aspects to determine your well-being of the business and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for the business financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation for, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful business lending experts. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner makes use of an asset they own to get the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I need security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.