FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Beulah Park Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Beulah Park Small Business Loans
Beulah Park unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Beulah Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Beulah Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets and can include registration in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request in standard business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision within just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour if you make your application at normal business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors that determine your health of your business and the extent of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for the business loans, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a tailored offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the business has been operating as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business lending professionals. The specialists will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner utilises the assets they have to get the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined 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 an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I need security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally, you can get an individual ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.