FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Perth Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Perth Small Business Loans
Perth unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, such as the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the 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 term fixed up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the 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 qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all company purpose including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower 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 granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for for the 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. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application at quality business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request in normal business times and you allow us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide an answer in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of aspects for determining what is the health of the company as well as the amount of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business and the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you request our company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation for, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business lending experts. They will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner borrows from assets they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is an individual guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.