FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Brisbane Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as control of cash flow company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning 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 are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all business need, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply in quality company time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request at standard business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to assess the health of the business as well as the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for our company credit, we will assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the business has been operating for, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of 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 loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful company credit specialists. They will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or an business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access however, we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.