FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Brisbane Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
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 weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for almost all business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets, and could include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide the legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the 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. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in quality company time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application in normal business timings and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements to determine what is the health of your company and the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess the health of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide an individualised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company has been running as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loans specialists. We will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure 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 the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about the ways we gather data, process, 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 use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner borrows from assets they own to make the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might 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 own.
What do I need security for a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.