FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Buckland Small Business Loans
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Buckland unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company purpose including cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Buckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Buckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any company use, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to pay back 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 that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company 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 trade (for a 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 simple and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application during standard company timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer within one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application during normal business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in 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 could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors for determining the health that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine your health for your company and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you request the company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a tailored offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the business has been operating for, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of 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% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loan specialists. They’ll offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I need security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.