FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Belhus Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Belhus Small Business Loans
Belhus unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business purpose including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Belhus Business Loans
What is the Larger Belhus Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be 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 to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost every company use, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets, and may be registered with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable 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 granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request during standard company hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – provided you make your application in standard business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you health of the business and the level of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine your well-being for your business and the extent of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the business has been operating as well as whether the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up 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 loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful company loan specialists. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner utilises the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to get an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.