FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Upper Mount Gravatt Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Upper Mount Gravatt Small Business Loans
Upper Mount Gravatt unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business purpose including managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Upper Mount Gravatt Business Loans
What is the Larger Upper Mount Gravatt Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost all company need, including business improvements, purchasing new 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 a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for 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. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour if you submit your request at standard business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve 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. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request at normal business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables for determining the well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine the well-being of the company and the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request the company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, the long the business has been operating and what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful business lending specialists. They will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner utilises an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds but we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is an individual ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.