FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Birkenhead Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Birkenhead Small Business Loans
Birkenhead unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Birkenhead Business Loans
What is the Larger Birkenhead Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost every company purpose including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets, and could include registering this in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could 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 over the age of 18 and have 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 three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you make your application within quality company hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request at normal business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide an answer within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of elements that determine how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business and the level of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation for, how long the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful business loans specialists. The specialists will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner uses an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I require security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is an individual ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.