FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Perth Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Perth Small Business Loans
Perth unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
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 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. 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 minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all business use, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory, 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 accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets, which could also include registration through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request during quality business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in as little as the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application during normal business time and permit us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects in order to assess how much we can lend you health of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine the health of your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you request business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company is in, how long the company is in operation as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved 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 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful business loan experts. They’ll provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with 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?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner makes use of assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money however, we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.