FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Burpengary Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Burpengary Small Business Loans
Burpengary unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into 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 almost any company need, such as the management of cash flow, company 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.
Concerning Larger Burpengary Business Loans
What is the Larger Burpengary Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The 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?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for almost every company need, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, and may include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. It is possible to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply during standard company time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply in standard business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects for determining the health of your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the well-being for your company as well as the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the business has been running as well as in the event that the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with 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 pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business lending specialists. The professionals will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner makes use of an asset they own to secure the funding. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.