FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Burnside Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Burnside Small Business Loans
Burnside unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Burnside Business Loans
What is the Larger Burnside Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (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 for nearly every company reason, such as company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. It is possible to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company 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), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide a response in one hour if you apply during quality company timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request at standard business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements in order to assess what is the health for your business and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess the well-being that is your business and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the business has been in operation for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and at what time, 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 can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful business loan experts. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, 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 employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner borrows from assets they own to secure a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.