FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Beaconsfield Upper Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Beaconsfield Upper Small Business Loans
Beaconsfield Upper unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, such as the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Beaconsfield Upper Business Loans
What is the Larger Beaconsfield Upper Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be 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 business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost any business use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, and could include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may 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. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application in standard business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during standard business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine what is the health that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess your health of your company and the level of payments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you apply for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk profile of your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up 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 loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business lending experts. We will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
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 the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner uses an asset that they own to make a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds but we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.