FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Perth Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Perth Small Business Loans
Perth unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for 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 loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets and can be registered on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
The 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 over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (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 application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply in quality business hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are 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 less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply during normal business time and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors for determining what is the well-being for your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to determine your health that is your business and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the business has been operating as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful business loan experts. They will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner makes use of assets they own to make a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security in the form charges on assets.