FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Belmont Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Belmont Small Business Loans
Belmont unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Belmont Business Loans
What is the Larger Belmont Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your company must belong to 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 the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost any company reason, such as company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets and can include registering this with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online 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 the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business 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 prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three 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 lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply in quality company timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – provided you apply in normal business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer the decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine your well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the level of payments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is in, how long the business has been operating, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loans professionals. They’ll offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner uses an asset that they own to make a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security for a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.