FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Broadbeach Waters Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Broadbeach Waters Small Business Loans
Broadbeach Waters unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company need, such as control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Broadbeach Waters Business Loans
What is the Larger Broadbeach Waters Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost all business purpose including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets, which could also include registering this in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for 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 easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you apply at quality company timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer the decision in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal company hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply during normal business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements that determine your well-being of the business as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine your well-being for your business and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is in, how long the company has been in operation for, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly company credit specialists. They will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your 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 utilises an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or an company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.