FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Bracken Ridge Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Bracken Ridge Small Business Loans
Bracken Ridge unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
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 business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $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 to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every company purpose including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets and can include the registration of this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during quality company timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour – provided you apply within normal business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors that determine the health of the business and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company and the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer an individualised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the business has been operating for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage 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 the loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful business lending experts. We will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner uses an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money but we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you are able to get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.