FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Bunya Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Bunya Small Business Loans
Bunya unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, 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 business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then 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 for nearly every business need, such as control of cash flow company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Bunya Business Loans
What is the Larger Bunya Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made 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 amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. The applicant must also 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 minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost any business purpose including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets, which could also include registration with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be subject to different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application at standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application in standard business time and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take 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 the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being for your company and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company and the level of repayments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer an individualised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been in operation for, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with 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 any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful business lending professionals. The professionals will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial 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 sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner borrows from assets they own to make a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I need security to get an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.