FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Browns Plains Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Browns Plains Small Business Loans
Browns Plains unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Browns Plains Business Loans
What is the Larger Browns Plains Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost all business purpose including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee 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 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 allows the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request at quality business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you apply within standard business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of elements that determine the well-being for your company and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine the health of the company as well as the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request one of our company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation for, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company credit specialists. The specialists will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner makes use of the assets they have to secure a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or an business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.