FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Brookfield Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Brookfield Small Business Loans
Brookfield unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Brookfield Business Loans
What is the Larger Brookfield Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business 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 records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive 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 over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you apply during standard company times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply within normal business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements that determine how much we can lend you health of your company as well as the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine the well-being of the business and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for the business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful business loans specialists. They’ll provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral element 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner utilises an asset that they own to make a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money However, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you are able to get the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.