FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Berwick Small Business Loans
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Berwick unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Berwick Business Loans
What is the Larger Berwick Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any business need, including company improvements, purchasing 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 needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply within standard company timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request at standard business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine the health that is your business and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been in operation and whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost 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 loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful business loans specialists. They will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner makes use of assets they own to get the loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.