FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Birkenhead Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Birkenhead Small Business Loans
Birkenhead unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
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 business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is 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.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for almost every business need, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to ease the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you apply at standard business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to offer an answer within just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request during normal business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements that determine what is the health of the company and the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the extent of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a tailored offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the company is in operation, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loans professionals. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and a vital 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner uses assets they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay 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 own.
Are I require security for a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you are able to get the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.