FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Perth Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Perth Small Business Loans
Perth unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Perth Business Loans
What is the Larger Perth Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (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 business loan can be used for nearly all business purpose including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets, and may be registered with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll 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: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you make your application at quality company time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application at standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables for determining how much we can lend you health for your company and the extent of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to assess the well-being of your company and the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you request our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront 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’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, the long the business has been in operation as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly business credit experts. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner utilises an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access but we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally, there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.