FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Belmont Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Belmont Small Business Loans
Belmont unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Belmont Business Loans
What is the Larger Belmont Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the 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 be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for 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 simple and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide a response in one hour if you make your application during quality business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply during standard business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements for determining your health of the 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 of your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the company and the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business is in, how long the business has been running, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business lending experts. We will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner uses an asset they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I require security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.