FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Burnside Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Burnside Small Business Loans
Burnside unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 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?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Burnside Business Loans
What is the Larger Burnside Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A 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?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets and can include registering this on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply at standard company times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during standard business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you upload copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables that determine what is the well-being of the business and the extent of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess the health of your company and the extent of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business credit, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide an individualised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the business has been running for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up 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% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful business loans experts. They’ll offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance 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 standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner utilises the assets they have to get the loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I need security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds but we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.