FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Safety Bay Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Safety Bay Small Business Loans
Safety Bay 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 that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Safety Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Safety Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined 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 that is this large, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost any business use, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by way of charge on assets, and may be registered with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of $250,000 or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request during quality company timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide the decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables to determine what is the well-being of your business and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine your health for your business and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you request one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and offer an individualised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
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. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly business credit professionals. We will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner uses an asset they own to get the funding. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I require security to get an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.