FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Gold Coast Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Gold Coast Small Business Loans
Gold Coast unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Gold Coast Business Loans
What is the Larger Gold Coast Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost every business use, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets and can include registration with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check 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 health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (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 application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application in quality business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply at normal business timings and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine the health that is your business as well as the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to determine your well-being that is your company and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business is in, how long the company has been operating as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company lending experts. They will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner utilises an asset that they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to get a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access However, we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.