FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Blair Athol Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Blair Athol Small Business Loans
Blair Athol unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Blair Athol Business Loans
What is the Larger Blair Athol 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 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all company need, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets, and could include registering this in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be based on different terms.
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 at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you apply in standard business time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request at normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects in order to assess how much we can lend you health of your company and the level of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess your health for your business and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request our business loans, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer an individualised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation and how long the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business loans experts. The experts will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner borrows from an asset they own to make the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.