FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Buckland Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Buckland Small Business Loans
Buckland unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business need, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Buckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Buckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost any business use, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
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, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
The 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 at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour if you apply at quality company hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request at standard business hours and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements that determine your well-being that is your business and the level of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to assess your well-being for your business and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the company has been running and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loan specialists. The experts will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner makes use of an asset they own to make the funding. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.