FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Biggera Waters Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Biggera Waters Small Business Loans
Biggera Waters unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business use, including managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used 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 loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all company use, including company remodeling, buying 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 required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person 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 reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request at quality company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer within just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request during normal business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the extent of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to determine the well-being of your business and the level of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for one of our business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, the long the business is in operation and whether the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% 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 pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan experts. We will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner uses assets they own to secure the loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, you can get personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.