FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Burswood Small Business Loans
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Burswood unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business purpose including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Burswood Business Loans
What is the Larger Burswood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every company purpose including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets, and may include the registration of this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request within standard business hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have 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. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you apply within standard business hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with a 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 can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects in order to assess the well-being of the business and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of factors to determine your well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide an individualised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business has been in operation and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful business loan experts. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner utilises an asset they own to get a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.