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 the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company purpose including managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
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 company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The 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 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 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost every company use, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250K or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application within quality company times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 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. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour – provided you make your application during normal business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the extent of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to determine your health of the company as well as the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you request one of our company loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide an individualised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation as well as what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
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 and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated 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 loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful company loan professionals. We will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is crucial and is a crucial 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 secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner makes use of assets they own to secure a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.