FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Bracken Ridge Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Bracken Ridge Small Business Loans
Bracken Ridge unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Bracken Ridge Business Loans
What is the Larger Bracken Ridge Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company 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 to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all company need, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets and can include registering this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour if you submit your request at quality company time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request in standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of factors that determine the well-being for your company and the level of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine your health of the company and the amount of payments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business has been operating, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful company loans professionals. They’ll offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner borrows from an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.