FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Perth Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Perth Small Business Loans
Perth unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning 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 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all company need, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, which could also include registration in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have 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 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request within quality business time and you allow us to make use of 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 an answer within just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application within standard business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you well-being of the company as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine your health of the company and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for the company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the business has been operating, whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly company loans experts. They will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect 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 make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner utilises assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I require security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.