FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Burwood Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Burwood Small Business Loans
Burwood unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business need, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Burwood Business Loans
What is the Larger Burwood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined 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 the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every company reason, such as business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets and can include registering this in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you make your application in standard company hours and permit us to make use of 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 are able to offer the decision within one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 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 upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application at normal business hours and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of variables to determine your health that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to assess your well-being of your company and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request the company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is in, how long the business has been running and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company lending professionals. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner borrows from assets they own to make the loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. For loans over $150K generally, you can get a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.