FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
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 business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any company use, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for 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 required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, which could also be registered in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise 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 accountable if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during quality business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application at normal business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide an answer in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements that determine how much we can lend you health of your business and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess the health of your company and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company credit, we will assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, the long the business has been operating as well as what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loans experts. The professionals will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner utilises an asset they own to get the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.