FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Burswood Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Burswood Small Business Loans
Burswood unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company need, such as the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Burswood Business Loans
What is the Larger Burswood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of at least $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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost all business use, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as 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 for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets and can be registered with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour if you submit your request at standard company timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request during standard business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you health of your business and the level of payments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess the well-being for your business and the extent of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the company has been running as well as what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is crucial and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner borrows from an asset they own to get the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or an business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I need security to secure a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.