FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
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, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company reason, such as cash flow management, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
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 expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost every company need, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (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 easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in quality company times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal company hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – provided you apply during standard business time and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you well-being for your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the business is in operation for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in 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 covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loans professionals. The specialists will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner borrows from the assets they have to get a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required upfront to access the money but we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.