FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Bundall Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Bundall Small Business Loans
Bundall unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company reason, such as control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Bundall Business Loans
What is the Larger Bundall Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets, and could be registered on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will 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 process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application in quality company time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide a response in one hour if you make your application at standard business times and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer the decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables for determining what is the health that is your company and the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the company and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for the company loans, we will assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, the long the business has been operating and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up 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 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loan experts. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is vital and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner uses an asset they own to get the funding. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or an company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.