FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Beaconsfield Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Beaconsfield Small Business Loans
Beaconsfield unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as control of cash flow company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Beaconsfield Business Loans
What is the Larger Beaconsfield 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 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any company reason, such as company improvements, purchasing 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 is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be based on 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 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you make your application in standard company time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application within normal business times and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine what is the health of the business as well as the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the company has been operating, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful company credit specialists. The experts will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner makes use of assets they own to secure the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.