FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Booval Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Booval Small Business Loans
Booval unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Booval Business Loans
What is the Larger Booval Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for nearly every company need, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets and can include registering this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, 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 the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application during standard business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you make your application during standard business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you health for your business and the level of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine the well-being of your business and the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for our business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the company has been running and whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
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.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loans experts. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is vital and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner utilises an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I require security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.