FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Brisbane Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company need, such as control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Brisbane Business Loans
What is the Larger Brisbane Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be 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 minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost every business use, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
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 the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application within standard business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer an answer within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply at normal business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking accounts, 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 submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of aspects in order to assess your well-being for your business and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to determine your health of the company and the level of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a tailored offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, the long the business has been operating, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly company loans experts. The professionals will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is an essential aspect 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 personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner borrows from an asset they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I require security to get a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans over $150K typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.