FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 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 ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Brisbane Business Loans
What is the Larger Brisbane Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost every company need, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets, and may include registering this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business lender is not able 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 lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. It is possible to do this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request during standard company timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request at standard business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of the business as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company as well as the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request our company financing, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the business is in operation for, whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business lending experts. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of paramount importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner utilises the assets they have to secure the funding. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
Are I require security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you are able to get an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.