FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Benowa Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Benowa Small Business Loans
Benowa unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on 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 are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including the management 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 purposes.
About larger Benowa Business Loans
What is the Larger Benowa Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost all company need, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, 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 as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application at quality business hours and you allow us to 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 statement, we’ll offer an answer within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour if you submit your request at standard business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 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 effective method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects that determine the well-being for your business as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been running and how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly business lending experts. They’ll offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner utilises assets they own to secure the funding. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.