FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Brisbane Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Brisbane Business Loans
What is the Larger Brisbane Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost every company purpose including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you apply during standard business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer in as little as 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request within standard business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables for determining what is the well-being for your company and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business and the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request the company loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the business has been operating and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful business loans professionals. The experts will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner utilises assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money However, we do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.