FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Burswood Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Burswood Small Business Loans
Burswood unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company need, such as control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Burswood Business Loans
What is the Larger Burswood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all company purpose including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge over assets, and could include registration in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250K or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible 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)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply in quality company hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply in standard business times and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements for determining your well-being that is your business and the level of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to determine your well-being for your company and the extent of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the business is in operation for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being 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 need to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company credit specialists. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure 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 utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner utilises an asset they own to get the funding. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security for a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.