FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Bowden Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Bowden Small Business Loans
Bowden unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as control of cash flow company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Bowden Business Loans
What is the Larger Bowden Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory, 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 necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a company 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 prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), 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 to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request at quality company times and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer in as little as the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you apply within standard business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account 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 submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you health for your company and the level of payments 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 certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine the health that is your business and the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company loan, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company has been running for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loans experts. The professionals will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and a vital part 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 personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. 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
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner uses an asset that they own to secure the funding. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.