FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Perth Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Perth Small Business Loans
Perth unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Perth Business Loans
What is the Larger Perth Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage 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 a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost all business purpose including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could have different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application during standard company hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application in normal business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors that determine how much we can lend you well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to determine the well-being for your business as well as the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a tailored offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating for, how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful company loans specialists. We will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge 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 standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner makes use of an asset that they own to get a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I need security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.