FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Brisbane Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so 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 size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost every business use, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally 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 re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business 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)
- must show at least six months of trading (for a 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 few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application in quality company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request at standard business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects in order to assess what is the health of your company and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to assess the health of your company and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company loan, we will assess the risk assessment the business and offer an individualised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the business is in operation as well as what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful business credit experts. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital 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 as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner makes use of an asset they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.