FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information 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. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Brisbane Business Loans
What is the Larger Brisbane Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly any business use, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge over assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of more than $250K it’s possible to offer 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. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in quality business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide the decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in 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, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you apply at normal business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors for determining your health of your company and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your business as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for the business loans, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation and whether the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful company loan experts. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner makes use of assets they own to obtain a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or an business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.