FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Bombay Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Bombay Small Business Loans
Bombay unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an instant response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company reason, such as the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Bombay Business Loans
What is the Larger Bombay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the business borrower 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 items or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans that exceeds $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different terms.
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 the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during quality business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer an answer within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer a response in one hour if you apply within normal business hours and permit us to 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 are able to provide an answer in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six 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 particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose 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 make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of variables to determine your well-being that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and provide an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company is in, how long the company has been in operation, how long the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly company loan specialists. They will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial 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 sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner borrows from the assets they have to secure the loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get 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 require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need an individual ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.