FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Bennett Springs Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Bennett Springs Small Business Loans
Bennett Springs unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business need, such as the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Bennett Springs Business Loans
What is the Larger Bennett Springs Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a 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 three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you make your application in standard company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application at normal business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements for determining the well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to determine your well-being for your company as well as the amount of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company is in, how long the company is in operation for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly business credit professionals. The professionals will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner utilises an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined 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 is means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.