FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Buckland Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Buckland Small Business Loans
Buckland unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Buckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Buckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated 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 in this amount, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every company need, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible 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 transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you apply at standard company time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during normal company hours, and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application during normal business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables that determine the health of the company and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the company and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several 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 business has been in operation and what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. The specialists will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner makes use of an asset that they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money but we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.