FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business purpose including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Brisbane Business Loans
What is the Larger Brisbane 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 up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost every business purpose including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets, and may include registering this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (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 application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application within 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 ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour if you apply within standard company time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request at normal business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects for determining how much we can lend you health that is your business and the amount of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to determine your well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for one of our company loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is in, how long the company has been in operation for, whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, 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 remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is vital and a vital 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 secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online to provide 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 utilises an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (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 $150,000 generally there is an individual ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.