FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Birkdale Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Birkdale Small Business Loans
Birkdale unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business use, including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Birkdale Business Loans
What is the Larger Birkdale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets, and may include registering this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you make your application in standard business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the 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 circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request in standard business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us 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 will consider a number of variables in order to assess your well-being of the company and the level of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess the well-being for your business as well as the amount of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business loan, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a tailored offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been running as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business credit professionals. They’ll provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner borrows from an asset that they own to get the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required before you can access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you are able to get the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.