FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About 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 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all company need, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, 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 three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request within quality company timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your 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. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request within normal business hours and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables in order to assess your well-being for your company and the amount of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business and the extent of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you request one of our company loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the business is in operation as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company lending professionals. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and a vital 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 protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner borrows from assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is a personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.