FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Joondalup Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Joondalup Small Business Loans
Joondalup unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company purpose including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Joondalup Business Loans
What is the Larger Joondalup Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all company need, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. It is possible to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour if you submit your request in quality company timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request at normal business time and allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide the decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statement, 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 specific amount we take into consideration a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you well-being for your company and the amount of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to determine your well-being of the business and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loans experts. The experts will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner utilises assets they own to make the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.