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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Burleigh Heads Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Burleigh Heads Small Business Loans
Burleigh Heads unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Burleigh Heads Business Loans
What is the Larger Burleigh Heads Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets, and may include the registration of this in 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 defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may have different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (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 simple and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request during standard company timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application during standard business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables that determine what is the well-being that is your company and the amount of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine your well-being that is your business and the level of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been in operation for, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loan specialists. They will offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard 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 make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner uses an asset that they own to make a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.