FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brookdale Small Business Loans
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Brookdale unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Brookdale Business Loans
What is the Larger Brookdale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order 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 $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets and can include registering this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company 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 worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request during standard company time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements that determine your health of the business and the level of payments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess your well-being of the company and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request business loans with us company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation, how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loans professionals. They will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner utilises assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.