FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Perth Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Perth Small Business Loans
Perth unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Perth Business Loans
What is the Larger Perth Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This 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 qualify for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost any company need, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, and could include registration in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a company 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide the decision within the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply in normal business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements in order to assess the health of your company and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess the well-being that is your business and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business has been operating, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loans professionals. We will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner uses an asset they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150K generally there is personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.