FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Berowra Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Berowra Small Business Loans
Berowra unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Berowra Business Loans
What is the Larger Berowra Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost every business purpose including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply during standard business hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application at standard business hours and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine the well-being that is your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine the well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you apply for one of our business loans, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company has been running, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful company credit professionals. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner utilises the assets they have to obtain the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated 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 generally, you can get a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.