FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Burnside Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Burnside Small Business Loans
Burnside unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Burnside Business Loans
What is the Larger Burnside Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every business need, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, which could also include registration with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour if you submit your request in standard company time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 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 on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply within normal business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer an answer within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors for determining the well-being that is your company and the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess the health of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you apply for our business credit, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company has been in operation for, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly business lending experts. We will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner utilises assets they own to get the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.