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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Bellbowrie Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Bellbowrie Small Business Loans
Bellbowrie unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business use, including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Bellbowrie Business Loans
What is the Larger Bellbowrie Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all business reason, such as business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets and can include registration with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may 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 assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply within standard company times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to offer an answer in as little as the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request in normal business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method 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 upload the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of variables for determining your well-being that is your company and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine the health of your business and the extent of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for our company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a tailored offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been running and what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and at what time, 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 do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
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 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loan specialists. The experts will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner uses assets they own to secure the funding. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money however, we do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.