FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business use, including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the 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 company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% 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, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own 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 funding for?
A large company loan can be used for almost all company purpose including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as 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 access funding over $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets and can include registration through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an 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)
- can demonstrate 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 simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request in standard company timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide the decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application during standard business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables in order to assess the well-being that is your company and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the health of the company and the extent of payments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for the company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is in, how long the business has been running for, whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business lending professionals. We will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and is an essential 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 sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner borrows from an asset they own to get the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.