FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Berkshire Park Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Berkshire Park Small Business Loans
Berkshire Park unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business use, including cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Berkshire Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Berkshire Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old 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 funds be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for almost all company need, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request in standard company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you make your application during standard business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine your health of the company and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess the health of the business and the level of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you request our company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation as well as what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company lending experts. They will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner borrows from the assets they have to make the funding. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I require security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.