FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Bertram Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Bertram Small Business Loans
Bertram 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 are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The business loan is an upfront priced loan 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 either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Bertram Business Loans
What is the Larger Bertram Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that 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 trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost every company use, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets and can include registration in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could have 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 over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply within standard business hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in standard business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine your health for your business as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for one of our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company has been operating, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, right from day one. 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 apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company lending experts. We will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company 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 secure your information, is crucial and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner makes use of an asset they own to make the funding. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.