FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Bassendean Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Bassendean Small Business Loans
Bassendean unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company use, including the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Bassendean Business Loans
What is the Larger Bassendean Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all business need, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets, and could include registration in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line 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 re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. It is possible to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for you to qualify for 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 simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during quality company hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you make your application within normal business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects in order to assess the health of the company and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for 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 of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request one of our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, how long the company is in operation as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of 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 loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company credit professionals. They will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.