FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Brisbane Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business use, including the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Brisbane Business Loans
What is the Larger Brisbane Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A 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 that is this large, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly all company need, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets and can include registration through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for 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 simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you make your application within standard business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of your company and the level of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to assess the health for your company and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you request business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile the business and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly business loan professionals. We will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner utilises an asset they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money however, we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally, there is an individual guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.