FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Bowden Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Bowden Small Business Loans
Bowden unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Bowden Business Loans
What is the Larger Bowden 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. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as 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 required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible 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)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request at quality business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour – provided you apply at standard business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements to determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to assess the health of your business as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you apply for one of our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business has been running and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful business loans experts. We will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance 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 schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being transparent about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner makes use of assets they own to make a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I require security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money but we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.