FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Gold Coast Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Gold Coast Small Business Loans
Gold Coast unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company reason, such as managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and 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 size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost any company purpose including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets, which could also include registering this in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that 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 contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer 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. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the 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 fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application at standard business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide a decision within just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply in normal business times and permit us to utilise 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 an answer within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be in a position to offer you with a 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, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of variables in order to assess the health for your company and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine your health that is your business and the level of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for the business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the business is in operation and whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loans professionals. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner makes use of an asset they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.