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 offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Brisbane Business Loans
What is the Larger Brisbane Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have 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 funds for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any company purpose including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets, and could include registering this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We may be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus 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 up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request at standard company timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour if you make your application in normal business hours and let us use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements that determine your well-being of the company and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to assess your well-being of your company and the level of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for one of our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the business is in operation and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending professionals. We will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner uses an asset they own to get the loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need an individual ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.