FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Black Forest Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Black Forest Small Business Loans
Black Forest unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company need, such as control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Black Forest Business Loans
What is the Larger Black Forest Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to be operating for at least three years with 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 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any business reason, such as company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets and can include registration with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application in quality company times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application in standard business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of variables for determining what is the well-being of the business and the amount of repayments your company 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 specific amount we consider a variety of factors to assess your health for your company and the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for one of our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the business has been operating, whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loans experts. We will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner utilises an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money, however we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need an individual ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.