FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Perth Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Perth Small Business Loans
Perth unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used 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 company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any business reason, such as business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business 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 trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application at quality business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in as little as the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have 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 agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply at standard business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of factors that determine what is the well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the company has been running for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loans professionals. They will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance 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 standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner borrows from an asset they own to get a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.