FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brassall Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Brassall Small Business Loans
Brassall unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company reason, such as the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Brassall Business Loans
What is the Larger Brassall Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% 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 trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all company use, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, which could also include registration through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
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 that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to make 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 evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application during standard company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision within just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply within standard business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of elements to determine what is the well-being that is your company and the amount of repayments your company can afford. 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 variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company and the extent of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business operates in, the long the company is in operation and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company lending experts. The specialists will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is vital and is an essential part 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 sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner utilises the assets they have to secure the funding. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I require security to get an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.