FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Boya Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Boya Small Business Loans
Boya unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Boya Business Loans
What is the Larger Boya 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 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly all business purpose including business renovations, to purchase 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 needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, which could also include registering this with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
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 registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (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 application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, 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 of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application in standard company timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application within standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables that determine how much we can lend you health for your company as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the level of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for the business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the business has been in operation for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing 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 off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly business loans professionals. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest 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 make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner utilises an asset that they own to make a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you can get an individual ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.