FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Banora Point Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Banora Point Small Business Loans
Banora Point unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range 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?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Banora Point Business Loans
What is the Larger Banora Point Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have 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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost any business need, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for the 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 in just a few minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in as little as the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you upload copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application in standard business hours and permit us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you health of your company and the extent of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine the health of the business as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a tailored offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, how long the company is in operation for, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan professionals. The experts will offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner borrows from an asset that they own to get a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get a personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.