FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Brisbane Small Business Loans
Let me know 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 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes 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 reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Brisbane Business Loans
What is the Larger Brisbane Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets, and could include the registration of this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply during standard company hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application during normal business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects for determining your health for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you request business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the business has been running for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
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 loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company credit experts. The experts will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and 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 standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner borrows from the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally there is an individual ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.