FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Broadview Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Broadview Small Business Loans
Broadview unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could you use 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, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Broadview Business Loans
What is the Larger Broadview 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 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost any business need, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge on assets, and could include the registration of this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this 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 questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may 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)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the 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 quick and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the 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 bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply in standard company hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements , it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application at standard business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors in order to assess how much we can lend you health of the business and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine the health for your business and the level of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request business loans with us company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation for, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loans professionals. They will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner utilises the assets they have to make the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I require security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money however, we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.