FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Perth Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Perth Small Business Loans
Perth unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Perth Business Loans
What is the Larger Perth Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, and could include registering this on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request at quality business time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply within normal business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your 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 within 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you health of your company and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation as well as what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of 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.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loans specialists. The professionals will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential 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 techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner makes use of an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.