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 amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as control of cash flow company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Brisbane Business Loans
What is the Larger Brisbane Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
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 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost any business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets and can include registration in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
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 the assets or goods). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply at quality business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in normal business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables for determining the health of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess the well-being of your company and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for one of our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company has been in operation and whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company lending experts. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is vital and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner uses an asset they own to obtain a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.