FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Brisbane Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Brisbane Business Loans
What is the Larger Brisbane Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years 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 larger company loan can be used for almost all company need, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets, and could include the registration of this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to repay 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 the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application details 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, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer a response in one hour if you make your application at standard company timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you make your application at normal business time and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of variables to determine your health of the company and the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine your well-being of your company and the level of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for one of our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business has been operating as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful business loan experts. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure 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 make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner utilises the assets they have to make the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150K generally there is an individual ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.