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 offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company need, such as managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing 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 amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any business use, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, and could include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, 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 continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during standard company time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to offer a decision within 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request in 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 banking statement, we’ll offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business 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 may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of factors that determine what is the well-being of your company and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine the well-being for your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to request the business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and offer an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful company lending specialists. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner makes use of an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, you can get the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.