FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Bardwell Park Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Bardwell Park Small Business Loans
Bardwell Park unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business purpose including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Bardwell Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Bardwell Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost all business purpose including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible 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)
- must show at least six months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide a response in one hour if you submit your request in standard company timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within standard business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining your health of the company and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company is in, how long the business is in operation, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loan specialists. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship 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 and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner utilises an asset that they own to make a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.