FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Natural Bridge Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Natural Bridge Small Business Loans
Natural Bridge unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $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 an traditional company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Natural Bridge Business Loans
What is the Larger Natural Bridge Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to 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 to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost every company purpose including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets and can include registration through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in standard business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request within normal business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors for determining the health of the business and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you request one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been running as well as whether the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company lending specialists. They’ll offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as 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 an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other 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 instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner utilises the assets they have to get the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.