FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Perth Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Perth Small Business Loans
Perth unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so 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 amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent 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 turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also 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 demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly all business purpose including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply within standard company time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide a response in one hour – provided you apply during standard business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you well-being of your company and the level of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company and the level of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for our company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and offer an individualised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, the long the company has been operating, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan specialists. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner utilises assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or an business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.