FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Blackwood Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Blackwood Small Business Loans
Blackwood unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company purpose including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Blackwood Business Loans
What is the Larger Blackwood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost all business use, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets and can be registered through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour if you apply at standard company timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide the decision within just the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour – provided you apply within normal business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of variables for determining what is the well-being of your company and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess your well-being that is your company and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for the company loans, we will assess the risk profile the business and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business is in, how long the company has been in operation as well as in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful company loans experts. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange 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 make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner borrows from assets they own to secure the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.