FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Butler Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Butler Small Business Loans
Butler unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Butler Business Loans
What is the Larger Butler Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $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 calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost every company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
The 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 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application at standard company timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide an answer within an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply in standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements in order to assess what is the well-being of your business and the level of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess the well-being of your business and the amount of repayments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you request the business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the business has been running, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly company loan specialists. They will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner borrows from an asset that they own to make a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds but we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.