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 amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company use, including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Brisbane Business Loans
What is the Larger Brisbane Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all company need, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, and may be registered with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable 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 contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be subject to 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 over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for 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 easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply within standard company times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer within just 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour – provided you make your application during normal business hours and let us use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you health of the business and the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine your health of your company and the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company loans, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company has been in operation as well as what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business lending experts. We will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner uses the assets they have to make the loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.