FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Perth Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Perth Small Business Loans
Perth unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business purpose including cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Perth Business Loans
What is the Larger Perth Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used for almost every business use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. It is possible to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (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 simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request during quality business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply in normal business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for 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 ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors for determining what is the well-being of your company and the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the level of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, the long the business has been in operation as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loan professionals. We will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner borrows from an asset they own to secure the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.