FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Gold Coast Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Gold Coast Small Business Loans
Gold Coast unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the 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 business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost all company reason, such as business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could have different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have 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 easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during standard company hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in as little as an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After 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. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within standard business times and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once 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 offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements that determine your well-being of the business and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine your well-being for your business as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business financing, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the business is in operation and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
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 loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful business loans professionals. The professionals will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and a vital aspect 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 financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner utilises an asset they own to get the funding. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or an company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.