FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Burns Beach Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Burns Beach Small Business Loans
Burns Beach unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Burns Beach Business Loans
What is the Larger Burns Beach Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every company reason, such as business remodeling, buying 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 needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 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 process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request within quality business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer a decision within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you health that is your company and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the level of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the company is in operation and whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you 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 long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful business loan experts. They will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential aspect 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 commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner utilises the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I require security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.