FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Burwood East Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Burwood East Small Business Loans
Burwood East unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know ahead of time 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 can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company use, including cash flow management, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Burwood East Business Loans
What is the Larger Burwood East Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large company loan is a great option for almost all business use, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets and can be registered on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company lender is not able 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 items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request during quality company timings and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 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 circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application during standard business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of variables for determining the well-being of your business as well as the amount of payments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business and the extent of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request the company loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and offer an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, how long the business has been operating as well as how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding and 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 with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loans professionals. They will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and a vital element 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 personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner borrows from the assets they have to make a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.