FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Brisbane Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business purpose including control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
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 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have 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 funds for?
A large business loan can be used for almost all company use, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets, which could also include registration through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower 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 reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out 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 an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application at standard company time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request in normal business times and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, 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 certain amount we will consider a number of elements to determine your well-being for your business and the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine your health of your business and the level of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you request one of our company financing, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the company has been operating, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loans professionals. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as 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 principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral 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 sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner makes use of the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.