FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Banjup Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Banjup Small Business Loans
Banjup unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Banjup Business Loans
What is the Larger Banjup Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly any company use, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge over assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company 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)
- must show at least six months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (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 company loan specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request in standard business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer in just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply during normal business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables in order to assess your health that is your business and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess your well-being of the company and the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the company is in operation, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
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, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company credit specialists. They will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure 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 utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner makes use of an asset that they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.