FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Broadbeach Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Broadbeach Small Business Loans
Broadbeach unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Broadbeach Business Loans
What is the Larger Broadbeach Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as 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 obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
The 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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require 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 to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request during standard company time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After 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 offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour if you submit your request in standard business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine your well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine the well-being that is your business as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the business is in operation, whether the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with 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 with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful business loan experts. They’ll provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5% 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 routine, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner uses assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds but we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need an individual ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.