FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Bentley Small Business Loans
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Bentley unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business use, including cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Bentley Business Loans
What is the Larger Bentley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost all company need, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an 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 worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide a response in one hour if you submit your request during quality company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application at standard business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements that determine how much we can lend you health of your company and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been in operation, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful business loans specialists. The professionals will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner utilises an asset that they own to get the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I need security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.