FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund 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 from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
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.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. You must be 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 minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost every business reason, such as business renovations, to purchase 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 accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets and can include registering this with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during standard business hours and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business times and let us use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of elements for determining how much we can lend you health for your business and the level of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to determine the well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request one of our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, the long the business has been in operation, whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loans experts. They will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent 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 with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner uses an asset they own to make a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K typically, you will need personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.