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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Breakfast Point Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Breakfast Point Small Business Loans
Breakfast Point unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Breakfast Point Business Loans
What is the Larger Breakfast Point Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have 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 funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all business use, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (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 within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will call you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request during quality company time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer within 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application during normal business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables that determine the well-being of the business and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess the health for your company and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business credit, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the company has been operating, whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans 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. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful business lending specialists. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and an integral part 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 sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner borrows from an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.