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Bank of Commerce Review

People will find themselves in need of financial help at one point in their lives. But it does not mean that they have poor financial management skills because even companies and corporations borrow money. Each one has different goals that will need additional capital requirements.

It’s good that Bank of Commerce has products and services that will help them for each milestone they need to achieve. Those interested will find that the loan products and credit cards of Bank of Commerce might be exactly what they need.

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  • Loans Products

    4.6/5

  • Credit Cards

    4.3/5

  • Trust Products And Services

    3.8/5

  • International Trade Services

    4/5

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    Company Information

    Bank of Commerce offers innovative banking solutions for Filipinos. It was established in 1963 and had its known branch in Binondo, Manila. In 2008, Bank of Commerce became a subsidiary of San Miguel Corporation. 

     

    As of this writing, Bank of Commerce has 140 branches nationwide and 261 automated teller machines. It’s also the 16th largest bank in the Philippines and the 17th largest in terms of capital. 

     

    The head office is located at San Miguel Properties Centre, # 7 St. Francis Street, Mandaluyong City. Their contact details are the following:

     

    Email: [email protected]

    Customer Service: (02) 8-632-BANK (2265)

    Domestic Toll-Free #s:

    • 1800-10-982-6000 (PLDT)
    • 1800-8-982-6000 (Globe Lines)

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    Loans Products

     

    Auto Loan

    Anyone who’s ready for an upgrade and plans to purchase a brand new car can check Bank of Commerce’s Auto Loan interest rates for great deals and discounts. 

     

    Loan Features

    Loan Amount: minimum of Php100,00

    Loan Term: 12 months to 60 months

    Downpayment: 20% to 45%

    Interest Rate: will depend upon the bank’s approval of the loan

     

    Requirements

    General

    • Auto Loan Application Form
    • Photocopy of valid ID (individual if employed and self-employed/authorized signatories if corporation and partnership)
    • List of acceptable ID: Driver’s License, Passport, SSS ID, Company ID (if Top 5,000 Corporation), Postal ID, PRC ID
    • Photocopy of deposit passbooks or bank statements (6 months)
    • Billing statements (cellphone, utilities, etc.) (latest 1 month)
    • Vehicle quotation from the dealer (if available)

     

    Employed

    • Copy of Income Tax Return (ITR) with BIR or bank stamp (latest 1 year)
    • Certificate of Employment stating applicant’s position, income, and length of stay in the company (original copy only)

     

    Self-Employed

    • Copy of business registration papers with DTI (if single proprietorship) or SEC (if partnership or corporation)
    • Copy of Audited Financial Statements (latest 1 year)
    • Copy of Income Tax Return (ITR) with BIR or bank stamp (latest 1 year)

     

    Corporation / Partnership

    • Copy of business registration papers with DTI (if single proprietorship) or SEC (if partnership or corporation)
    • Copy of Audited Financial Statement (latest 1 year)
    • Copy of Income Tax Return (ITR) with BIR or bank stamp (latest 1 year)
    • Secretary’s Certification / Board Resolution

     

    Home Loan

    Whether you’re planning to buy a new condo unit or build a new home, you may do so through the Home Loan product of Bank of Commerce. Among the many loan purposes that borrowers can avail of are the following:

     

    • Purchase of house and lot, townhouse, or condominium unit
    • Construction of house on a lot already owned by the borrower
    • Major repair, improvement, or expansion of an existing house
    • Refinancing / take out of existing housing loan

     

    Loan Features

    Loan Amount: minimum of Php500,00

    Loan Term: 10-20 years

    Down Payment: 20% to 50%

    Interest Fixing Rate:

    • 1 year fixed at 8%
    • 3 years fixed at 8.25%
    • 5 years fixed at 6.75%

     

    Requirements

    General

    • Home Loan Application Form
    • 2 x 2 Photos (both spouses / co-obligor)
    • Photocopy of valid ID
    • List of acceptable ID: Driver’s License, Passport, SSS ID, Company ID (if Top 5,000 Corporation), Postal ID, PRC ID
    • Photocopy of deposit passbooks or bank statements (3 months)
    • Marriage contract (if applicable)

     

    Employed

    • Copy of Income Tax Return (ITR) with BIR or bank stamp (latest 3 years)
    • Certificate of Employment stating applicant’s position, income, and length of stay in the company (original copy only)
    • Copy of payslip (last 3 months)
    • Proof of other sources of income, if any
    • Proof of billing address and Original copy of Latest Contract of Employment (OFW/Seafarer)

     

    Self-Employed

    • Copy of business registration papers with DTI (if single proprietorship) or SEC (if partnership or corporation)
    • Copy of Audited Financial Statement for the last 2 years
    • Copy of Income Tax Return (ITR) with BIR or bank stamp (latest 3 years)
    • Company / business profile
    • List of major suppliers / customers

     

    Small Business Loan

    Bank of Commerce understands that businesses will need financing to achieve additional working capital requirements to either sustain their day-to-day operations or to support the company’s growth expansion plans. That’s why Bank of Commerce has come up with a small business loan for entrepreneurs. 

     

    Loan Features

    Loan Amount: Php 1 Million to Php 15 Million  

    Interest Rate: at the prevailing bank lending rate

    Loan Term: 1 to 5 years

     

    Eligibility

    • Sole Proprietorships who are Filipino citizens; Corporations and Partnerships (at least 60% Filipino-owned)
    • Depositor of Bank of Commerce or other bank/s for at least one (1) year and who maintains an ADB of at least P200,000
    • Must have at least 3 years of profitable operations
    • The owner is not more than 65 years old upon maturity of the loan
    • No derogatory record related to credit and/or deposit
    • Business must be registered with DTI or SEC
    • Must offer acceptable real estate collateral and/or peso or foreign time deposit with any Bank of Commerce branch

     

    Requirements

    • SBL Application Form
    • Photocopy of any 2 valid IDs with photo and signature
    • Copy of ITR & AFS of the business for the last three (3) consecutive years
    • DTI Certificate of Business Name Registration for sole proprietorship / SEC Papers for partnership and corporation
    • Business/ Mayor’s Permit
    • Bank Statements for the last 6 consecutive months
    • Signed Authority to Bank Check

     

    Collateral Documents

    • Copy of TCT/CCT, updated Tax Dec & RETRs
    • Vicinity Map/location plan/lot plan/building plan
    • Master Deed of Restriction (for condos)
    • Copy of Deposit Instrument (if secured by deposit)
    pros

    Pros

    • Regulated by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).
    • Convenient loan and credit card applications – initiated online. 
    • Has a 24/7 contact center.
    cons

    Cons

    • Requires a higher salary requirement for loan and credit card approvals.
    • Only a few credit card types to choose from.

    Why Choose Bank of Commerce

     

    Bank of Commerce has become a preferred banking choice for many Filipinos in the country because of the following:

     

    Convenient Banking and Loan Applications

    People love convenience when it comes to banking because they want to save time when making transactions such as payments. That’s why Bank of Commerce makes an ideal option for banking and loan applications. They have many branches and ATMs located nationwide, making it easier for depositors to visit the nearest branch. 

     

    In addition to that, loan and credit card applications may be initiated online without having to visit the physical branches. 

     

    Completely Transparent – No Hidden Charges

    Bank of Commerce values transparency in all of its dealings with its customers. All the fees and additional charges are disclosed in the terms and conditions. This ensures that the customers will not be surprised with charges when they fall due. 

     

    Online Banking Available

    To facilitate a better banking experience for their customers, Bank of Commerce has made available its online banking to help people transact faster, easier, and more conveniently. With online banking available, depositors can simply access their accounts through the website or mobile app. They don’t have to visit the branches to make transactions. 

     

    How to Sign Up

     

    To avail of any of the loan products of Bank of Commerce, customers can visit the website and head on over to the loan product they wish to apply for. At the bottom of the page, the borrower will be able to see the loan calculator, and have an idea of whether or not he or she will be able to afford the down payment and monthly amortizations. 

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    Click on the Apply Now button to proceed. 

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    The page will be redirected to the loan application form which the borrower can fill out. Once done, the requirements can be gathered. The borrower has to make sure that he or she has all the complete requirements before heading to the nearest branch or submitting all the documents online. 

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    Once the loan application form is filled, the borrower can scan and send it to  [email protected] or fax it to (02) 8-570-7672. The borrower can also visit the nearest branch with all the requirements. 

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    Credit cards provide convenience, especially to those who feel more comfortable not carrying a lot of cash with them all the time. Cardholders will also enjoy rewards and promotions for using their cards in their shopping, allowing them to save money and enjoy the convenience of flexible payment terms – paying by installments and paying only when the credit card bill is due. 

     

    Among the many card offers of Bank of Commerce are the following:

     

    Types of CardsAnnual FeesInterest Rate
    PrincipalSupplementary
    Classic Mastercard₱1,500.00₱750.002%
    Gold Mastercard₱3,000.00₱1,500.002%
    Platinum Mastercard₱4,000.00₱2,000.002%
    World Mastercard₱5,000.00₱2,500.002%
    Cash Installment Credit Card₱2,400.00NA2%

     

    Eligibility

    • Applicant must be between 21 to 65 years old for Principal Cardholder and at least 15 years old for Supplementary.
    • Filipino resident or local resident foreigner.
    • Minimum annual income requirement is Php120,000 for Classic MasterCard, Php455,000 for Gold MasterCard and Php1,200,000 for Platinum MasterCard.
    • Must have an office or business landline and a residence landline or post paid mobile phone.

     

    Requirements

    • Completely filled out Bank of Commerce Credit Card application form 
    • Photocopy of one (1) valid ID with photo (for Principal and Supplementary) 
    • List of acceptable IDs:
      • Passport
      • Driver’s License
      • Company ID
      • Voter’s ID
      • SSS ID
      • TIN ID
      • Postal ID
      • Philippine Regulation Commission (PRC)
      • Student ID issued and signed by the principal or head of the school for the current school year
      • Other government-issued IDs
      • Proof of Income

     

    Bank of Commerce customers who wish to avail of any of the cards may visit their website for more details. 

     

    Minimum Credit Score: Not Indicated

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    Frequently asked questions

    What are the features of bCommerce Internet Banking?

    The features of BCommerce Retail Internet Banking are: 

     

    • Funds Transfer
    • Bills Payment
    • Balance Inquiry
    • Checkbook Re-order
    • Viewing of Transaction History
    • Change in depositor’s profile
    • Enrollment of additional own and third-party account

     

    How can borrowers pay for the monthly amortizations for their Small Business Loan?

    Borrowers can pay through the following methods:

    • Term Loan – Post Dated Checks (PDCs)
    • Business Credit Line – Automatic Debit from your Bank of Commerce Account
    What and how much are the bank charges for the loan processing?
    • Appraisal Fee – P3,500 if within Metro Manila, P4,000 if outside Metro Manila
    • Processing Fee – P5,000
    • Documentary Stamps – P1.50 for every P200 loan amount
    How can borrowers apply for a Small Business Loan?
    • The borrower must fill-out application form
    • Borrower shall submit the following documentary requirements for evaluation to any branch of Bank of Commerce
    • Copy of Audited Financial Statements and ITR for the past 3 years
    • Copy of DTI Certificate of Business Name Registration for Sole Proprietorship / SEC Papers for Partnership and Corporation
    • Business / Mayor’s Permit
    • Bank Statements for the last six (6) months
    • Bank Certificate with tenure of deposit and 6 months ADB (if another bank depositor)
    • Photocopy of any two (2) valid IDs with photo and signature
    • Copy of TCT / CCT
    • Updated Tax Declaration
    • Real Estate Tax Receipts (RETRs)
    • Vicinity Map / Location Plan / Lot Plan   
    • Master Deed of Restriction (for condominiums)
    • Building Plan (if with building)
    • Copy of Deposit Instrument (if secured by deposit)

    Conclusion

     

    Bank of Commerce has products and services that allow people to have an opportunity to uplift their quality of life and make their personal goals come true. Through their hundreds of branches located all over the country, applying for a loan will be made much easier and more convenient. After all, people who want to avail financial products should access them anytime. 

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