FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Perth Small Business Loans
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Perth unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business need, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Perth Business Loans
What is the Larger Perth Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A 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?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost any company use, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory 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. This is as a result of an charge on assets, and could be registered with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a business 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide a response in one hour if you apply within normal business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects for determining your health for your business and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to determine your health of your company and the level of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly business lending experts. They’ll offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is a crucial 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 sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.