FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Brisbane Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, such as managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning 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 growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets and can include registration on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable 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 gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during quality business times and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you make your application within normal business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors that determine your well-being of your business and the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to assess the health of your business and the extent of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know the exact amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the business has been operating as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business lending specialists. They will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner makes use of an asset that they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money but we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.