FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Brisbane Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business use, including managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the 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 for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all company purpose including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge on assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a company 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply at quality business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision in just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you make your application within normal business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine your well-being that is your business and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess the health of your business and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide an individualised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the business has been running and how long the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding 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 without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company credit professionals. The experts will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure 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 employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain the funding. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or an company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, 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 sold by the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.