FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Breakfast Point Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Breakfast Point Small Business Loans
Breakfast Point unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Breakfast Point Business Loans
What is the Larger Breakfast Point Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company 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 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any business use, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will call you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply at quality company hours and let us utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application during normal business timings and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of elements for determining the health that is your business and the level of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to determine the health of your company and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for the company financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide an individualised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business is in, how long the company has been operating as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for 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 and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful business credit experts. The specialists will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated 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 huge importance 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 standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner makes use of the assets they have to get a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money However, we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.