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 provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Brisbane Business Loans
What is the Larger Brisbane Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A 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?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost any company use, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of as 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 an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to do this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for the 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 easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application in standard company timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply at standard business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors for determining your well-being of the business and the amount of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess the well-being for your company and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request one of our business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been in operation, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business lending specialists. They will provide you with details on 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 early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner makes use of the assets they have to make a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I need security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.