FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Burswood Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Burswood Small Business Loans
Burswood unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Burswood Business Loans
What is the Larger Burswood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply at standard company timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve 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 upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour – provided you submit your request within standard business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of elements for determining your well-being of your business and the level of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to assess your well-being that is your business and the level of the 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 do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for one of our company financing, we will assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company is in operation for, how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly business loans experts. They will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work 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?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial and an integral element 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner makes use of an asset they own to make the loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.