FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Burwood Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Burwood Small Business Loans
Burwood unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business use, including managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Burwood Business Loans
What is the Larger Burwood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, 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 credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible 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.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application within quality business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within just the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request within standard business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of factors that determine how much we can lend you health of the business and the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine the well-being of your company as well as the amount of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and offer an individualised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loans experts. They’ll provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner uses an asset that they own to obtain a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally, you are able to get personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.