FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Oriental Bay Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Oriental Bay Small Business Loans
Oriental Bay unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company purpose including managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Oriental Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Oriental Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. 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 least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost all business use, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application at standard company times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply during normal business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements in order to assess your health that is your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess your health that is your company and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company financing, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the business is in operation for, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loan experts. They will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship 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 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner uses the assets they have to make the loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally there is personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.