FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Bicton Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Bicton Small Business Loans
Bicton unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business use, including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Bicton Business Loans
What is the Larger Bicton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly all company need, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, and could be registered through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll 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-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour if you make your application in quality company times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer a response in one hour – provided you make your application within normal business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer a decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you health for your company as well as the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been running as well as whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly business credit professionals. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner uses the assets they have to get a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.