FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Brisbane Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is 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 virtually every company reason, such as the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About 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 expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every company need, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of more than $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We may be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour, provided you apply within standard business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour – provided you apply in normal business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to determine your health of your business and the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess your health of the company as well as the amount of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request our business financing, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the company is in operation, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. 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 can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business credit specialists. They will offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use 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)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner uses an asset that they own to secure the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.