FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Natural Bridge Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Natural Bridge Small Business Loans
Natural Bridge unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company use, including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Natural Bridge Business Loans
What is the Larger Natural Bridge Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every company reason, such as business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, which could also include registration through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (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 simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply in standard company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide the decision in as little as one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour – provided you apply at normal business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you health of the business and the extent of payments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine your health of your company and the amount of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you request business loans with us company financing, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business has been operating and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company lending specialists. They’ll offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner utilises assets they own to get the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I need security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds but we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.