FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Gold Coast Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Gold Coast Small Business Loans
Gold Coast unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business purpose including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Gold Coast Business Loans
What is the Larger Gold Coast Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets and can include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible 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 records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a business 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within quality business times and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in standard business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of factors to determine your health for your company and the extent of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to determine your health for your business as well as the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, how long the business is in operation for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, from day one. There’s not any 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 get a cash loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company credit specialists. The specialists will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.