FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Brisbane Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business need, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so 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 loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage 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 be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all company use, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for 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 needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, and may include registering this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be on different conditions.
The 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 over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you apply in standard company timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application in standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables that determine how much we can lend you health for your business as well as the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to assess your well-being of the company as well as the amount of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you request our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide an individualised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the company has been running and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, starting 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 apply for a loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company loans experts. We will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing 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 business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral 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 information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide 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 utilises the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required before you can access the money However, we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is an individual guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.