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 offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will 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 as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the 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 expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost all business use, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application in standard business time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply in normal business times and let us use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve 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 specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of elements in order to assess the health that is your business and the amount of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the level of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you request business loans with us company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and offer an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the business has been operating as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business credit professionals. They will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and a vital aspect 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 sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner utilises the assets they have to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is the process of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I require security for an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.