FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Jane Brook Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Jane Brook Small Business Loans
Jane Brook unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Jane Brook Business Loans
What is the Larger Jane Brook Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for nearly every business need, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge over assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application within quality company times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is 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 less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you apply at normal business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors for determining what is the well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for the business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business has been in operation and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from day one. 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 no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please call our helpful business lending specialists. We will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is vital and an integral element 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 personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner uses the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I require security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required before you can access the money However, we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get a personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.