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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Burleigh Heads Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Burleigh Heads Small Business Loans
Burleigh Heads unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business purpose including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Burleigh Heads Business Loans
What is the Larger Burleigh Heads Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be 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 of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost any business reason, such as company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in quality company timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer within 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you make your application in standard business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of factors in order to assess what is the well-being that is your business and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess the well-being for your business and the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for our company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a tailored offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the business operates in, the long the business has been operating and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company lending experts. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain the funding. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I need security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required upfront to access the money but we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.