FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Birkdale Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Birkdale Small Business Loans
Birkdale unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company purpose including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Birkdale Business Loans
What is the Larger Birkdale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for nearly all company use, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets and can be registered on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few 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 a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six 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 credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request at standard company time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision within one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application during standard business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors that determine your health of the business as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to assess the well-being for your company as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific 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 the business credit, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the business has been running, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loan experts. The specialists will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner utilises the assets they have to make the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.