FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Burswood Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Burswood Small Business Loans
Burswood unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Burswood Business Loans
What is the Larger Burswood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every company reason, such as company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails 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 registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. 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 terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for a 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 fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply in quality business time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide a decision in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application during normal business hours and allow us to use the 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 within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors for determining your well-being for your business and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the level of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for and the sector the business operates in, the long the business is in operation and whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with 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 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful company loan specialists. The specialists will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner uses assets they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract), asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.