FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Burnside Heights Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Burnside Heights Small Business Loans
Burnside Heights unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company reason, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Burnside Heights Business Loans
What is the Larger Burnside Heights Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any company reason, such as company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans of more than $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. It is possible to do this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 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 application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the 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 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application within quality business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision in just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request during normal business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements that determine your health of the business and the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your company and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request one of our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, the long the business has been in operation as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, 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 remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner utilises an asset that they own to get the loan. The asset can be either 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, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money but we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.