FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Beachlands Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Beachlands Small Business Loans
Beachlands unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Beachlands Business Loans
What is the Larger Beachlands Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to 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 to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets and can include registering this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid 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: 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 as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive 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 within standard business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application within normal business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of elements to determine the well-being of the business and the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a tailored offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, the long the company has been in operation for, whether the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can 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 setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful company loan professionals. They’ll provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge 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 protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner makes use of an asset that they own to obtain a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets 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.
Are I require security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.