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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Bicton Small Business Loans
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Bicton unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and 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 installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company use, including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Bicton Business Loans
What is the Larger Bicton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly all business use, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets and can be registered in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could have different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply during standard company timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide the decision in just 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of aspects that determine the well-being of your business and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to assess your well-being for your company as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company loan, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the business is in operation, how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful company lending experts. The professionals will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner uses assets they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.