FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Berwick Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Berwick Small Business Loans
Berwick unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company use, including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Berwick Business Loans
What is the Larger Berwick Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost all 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 to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application during quality company timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request during normal business hours and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum 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 aspects for determining what is the well-being of the business and the level of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to assess the well-being that is your business and the amount of payments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you apply for our business loan, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer an individualised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation for, whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful business lending experts. They’ll provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner utilises the assets they have to get a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.