FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Bardwell Park Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Bardwell Park Small Business Loans
Bardwell Park unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Bardwell Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Bardwell Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application in quality business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer an answer in as little as an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once 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 particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you apply in standard business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of elements that determine what is the well-being of your company and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to assess your well-being that is your company and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you request business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a tailored offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the company has been operating for, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful company credit professionals. The experts will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner utilises assets they own to get the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.