FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Beachlands Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Beachlands Small Business Loans
Beachlands unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodeling, 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 Beachlands Business Loans
What is the Larger Beachlands Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used for almost every company use, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a 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 business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you apply within standard business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request at normal business times and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements for determining how much we can lend you well-being for your company and the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess your health of the business and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for the business financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, the long the company is in operation for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business lending experts. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with 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 and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner makes use of an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money however, we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.