FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Brisbane Business Loans
What is the Larger Brisbane Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company purpose including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets, and could include registration in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to 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 business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request in quality business times and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to offer an answer within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you apply within normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables that determine what is the well-being for your company and the extent of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the extent of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and offer an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation as well as whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful business lending professionals. They will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner borrows from assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is an individual ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.