FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Beach Haven Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Beach Haven Small Business Loans
Beach Haven unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Beach Haven Business Loans
What is the Larger Beach Haven Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, 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 needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, and may include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of more than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
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 at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer a response in one hour if you apply at standard company times and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour if you submit your request at normal business timings and let us utilise 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 one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects in order to assess the well-being for your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess the health for your 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 of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been in operation as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly business credit professionals. The experts will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner makes use of an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.