FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans offers amounts of 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 how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business use, including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Brisbane Business Loans
What is the Larger Brisbane Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost every business purpose including company remodeling, buying 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 necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets, which could also include registering this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business creditor is unable 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 that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a company 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply during standard company time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision in as little as one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour – provided you submit your request during standard business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide an answer in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers 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. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to determine the well-being for your business and the level of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the level of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company is in, how long the business is in operation and what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful company loans specialists. The specialists will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss 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 secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other 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 to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner utilises an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I require security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.