FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Birkdale Small Business Loans
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Birkdale unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business need, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
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 range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge on assets and can include registration with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply during quality company timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request during normal business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine the well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess the health for your company and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the business is in operation for, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with with no upfront cost 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% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful business loan professionals. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner borrows from an asset they own to secure the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access however, we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.