FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Bibra Lake Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Bibra Lake Small Business Loans
Bibra Lake unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either 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 for nearly every company use, including the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Bibra Lake Business Loans
What is the Larger Bibra Lake Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to 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 to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost any company purpose including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets, and could be registered with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$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-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request during quality business time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer within just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply within normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer an answer within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it may take a bit 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 elements that determine what is the well-being of your business and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to assess the health for your business and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you request our company loans, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide an individualised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful company loan experts. They will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is crucial and a vital aspect 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 sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner makes use of an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.