FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of 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. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company reason, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning 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 growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
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 at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every business need, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you apply in quality business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer the decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply in normal business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects for determining the health of your company and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
When you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for the business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loans experts. The professionals will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner uses assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I need security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.