FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Beaumaris Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Beaumaris Small Business Loans
Beaumaris unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company need, such as the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Beaumaris Business Loans
What is the Larger Beaumaris Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may 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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer a response in one hour if you make your application in quality company time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer the decision in just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request within normal business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects for determining your health of the business and the extent of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine your well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be 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 running and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful business loans professionals. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, 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 make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner utilises an asset that they own to secure the funding. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I need security for an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access however, we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally, there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.