FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Bundall Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Bundall Small Business Loans
Bundall unsecured loans offers 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.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or 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 loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all business use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets, and may include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that is greater than $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business 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 of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request at quality company times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements , it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request during standard business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables for determining your well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to assess your well-being of the business and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request our company loans, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, the long the business is in operation as well as whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful business credit experts. We will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and an integral 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 financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner uses an asset they own to secure the funding. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get a personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.