FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, such as the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used 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 range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for almost any business use, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans that exceeds $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an 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 a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application during standard company time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer within the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply within standard business time and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess your health that is your company and the extent of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to request our business loan, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business is in operation for, how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loan professionals. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship 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 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner uses the assets they have to make the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I need security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.