FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Brisbane Business Loans
What is the Larger Brisbane Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
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 have an annual turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every business need, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge on assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run 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 grants preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out 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 require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour if you apply in standard business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application at normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to offer the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the amount of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess the health that is your business and the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for the business credit, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the company has been running and how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly business loan experts. The experts will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount 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 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 employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner utilises the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale 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 need security to secure a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.