FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Bateman Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Bateman Small Business Loans
Bateman unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Bateman Business Loans
What is the Larger Bateman Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funding be used for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost every business need, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250K it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 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 neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (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 quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request at standard business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request during standard business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your business and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of elements to determine the well-being of the business and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is in, how long the business has been running, how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful business lending specialists. The professionals will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is vital and is an essential 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 protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details 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 an business owner utilises an asset they own to get the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or a business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get an individual ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.