FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Oriental Bay Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Oriental Bay Small Business Loans
Oriental Bay unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Oriental Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Oriental Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every business use, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
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 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate 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 - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application in standard company timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision within just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application in normal business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects for determining what is the well-being for your company and the extent of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to request one of our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, the long the business has been operating and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and at what time, 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 can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly company credit experts. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner uses assets they own to obtain the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.