FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Tell me about 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, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business use, including managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Brisbane Business Loans
What is the Larger Brisbane Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also 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 prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan is a great option for almost every business use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might 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 an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business 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)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application within standard company times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request during normal business times and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine what is the health of your company as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine the well-being that is your company as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to request one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the company has been operating and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loans professionals. The specialists will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner borrows from an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.