FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brendale Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Brendale Small Business Loans
Brendale unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company need, such as the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Brendale Business Loans
What is the Larger Brendale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost all business purpose including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will call you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply within quality business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer within just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank 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 typically provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application during standard business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to offer an answer in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the 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. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine the health of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the business as well as the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, the long the company has been operating for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company lending experts. They’ll provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner uses an asset they own to obtain a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money, however we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.