FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Berrinba Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Berrinba Small Business Loans
Berrinba unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you 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 installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company reason, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Berrinba Business Loans
What is the Larger Berrinba 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 with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every business purpose including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply in standard company hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request within standard business time and allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements that determine your health of your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to assess your well-being that is your company and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to request one of our company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and offer an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the business has been running for, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful business loan experts. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral 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 dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner borrows from an asset they own to make a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.