FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
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. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets, and could include registration in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person who is 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 goods or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document 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 that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We may be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for 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 fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 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, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply at quality business times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you send us copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour if you make your application in standard business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine the health of your business and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine the health of your business and the level of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for the company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business has been operating and whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful company loan experts. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner borrows from assets they own to get the loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or an business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need personal ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.