FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Bundamba Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Bundamba Small Business Loans
Bundamba unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company reason, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Bundamba Business Loans
What is the Larger Bundamba Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly all business reason, such as company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets and can include registration with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request in quality company hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request within normal business times and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine your well-being of your company and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the business is in operation as well as in the event that the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loans professionals. They’ll offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of 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 utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online 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 an business owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I need security to get a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required before you can access the money, however we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you are able to get personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.