FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Beaconsfield Upper Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Beaconsfield Upper Small Business Loans
Beaconsfield Upper unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business use, including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Beaconsfield Upper Business Loans
What is the Larger Beaconsfield Upper 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 up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost every company need, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets and can be registered through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (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 application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you make your application during standard business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision within just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request at standard business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables for determining what is the well-being of your company and the extent of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the company as well as the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, the long the business has been in operation for, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
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% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. We will offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner uses an asset that they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money, however we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.