FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Biggera Waters Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Biggera Waters Small Business Loans
Biggera Waters unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Biggera Waters Business Loans
What is the Larger Biggera Waters Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any company use, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, and could include registering this in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
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 permits priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$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 to $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request during quality business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you apply in normal business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide the decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of elements to determine the health for your company and the extent of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the level of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you request the business loans, we will assess the risk profile for your business and offer an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, the long the company has been running as well as whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful company credit experts. The professionals will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner borrows from an asset they own to make a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.