FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Birkdale Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Birkdale Small Business Loans
Birkdale unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as control of cash flow company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Birkdale Business Loans
What is the Larger Birkdale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets, and may include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated 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 gives the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed 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 applying for larger business loans of $250,000 or more, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply at standard company hours and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request within normal business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of factors in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being for your business and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess your health that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for our company loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly business credit experts. They will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of 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 make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner utilises an asset they own to get the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money but we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.