FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Brisbane Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Brisbane Business Loans
What is the Larger Brisbane Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all business use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of $250,000 or more it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an business 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply in quality company time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After 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 circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request within standard 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 choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables to determine your health of your business and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine the health for your business and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you request one of our company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business has been running and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated 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 loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loan professionals. The experts will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner uses an asset they own to obtain a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally, you are able to get a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.