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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Banjup Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Banjup Small Business Loans
Banjup unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is possible to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Banjup Business Loans
What is the Larger Banjup Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly any company use, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as 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 necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets, and could include registering this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. It is possible to do 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 some financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request within standard company hours and let us utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within an hour – provided you make your application within standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables for determining what is the health of your business and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to assess your health that is your company and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, the long the business has been running for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated 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% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful business lending experts. The experts will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can provide a fast 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 they own to make the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I require security to secure a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.