FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Booragoon Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Booragoon Small Business Loans
Booragoon unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as control of cash flow company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Booragoon Business Loans
What is the Larger Booragoon Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost any company reason, such as company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an business 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)
- must show at least six months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of 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 of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour if you apply within quality business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer the decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 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 our advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply in normal business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables that determine the well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company and the level of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company financing, we will assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is in, how long the business has been operating, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
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, starting from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loans professionals. The specialists will offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner uses an asset they own to secure the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.