FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Brisbane Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used 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 business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to be 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) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for almost any company purpose including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to pay back 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 granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard company timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – provided you apply within normal business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer the decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of variables in order to assess the health for your business and the extent of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine your well-being of your company and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for our business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the business has been operating as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company credit professionals. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner utilises the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally, you can get a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.