FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Boya Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Boya Small Business Loans
Boya unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Boya Business Loans
What is the Larger Boya Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all company use, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application during quality company timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision in as little as the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request within standard business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once 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 particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors that determine the well-being of the business and the amount of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to determine your well-being for your business and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the business has been operating for, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loans specialists. The specialists will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner uses assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or an business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast 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 the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.