FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Brookdale Small Business Loans
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Brookdale unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company purpose including control of cash flow company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Brookdale Business Loans
What is the Larger Brookdale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all company reason, such as company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets, and could include the registration of this through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request within standard business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – provided you apply at normal business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of factors for determining your well-being of your company and the extent of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to assess the health for your company and the extent of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for the company financing, we will assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company is in, how long the company is in operation, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business lending specialists. They’ll provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is vital and an integral 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 personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner utilises an asset that 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 business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security for an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.