FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Gold Coast Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Gold Coast Small Business Loans
Gold Coast unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as 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 company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost all company use, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets, and could include registration with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company borrower 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 that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for a 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 quick and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company lending 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) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application during quality business time and let us use 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 an answer in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you upload copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application within standard business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements to determine what is the well-being of the company and the amount of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess the well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you request business loans with us business credit, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide an individualised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, the long the company is in operation and how long the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business lending specialists. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure 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 employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner utilises the assets they have to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Should I require security for an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally, you can get a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.