FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Perth Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Perth Small Business Loans
Perth unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Perth Business Loans
What is the Larger Perth Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any company need, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help 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, which involves answering a couple of financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged 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, provided you apply during standard company time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision within one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within one hour – provided you apply in standard business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of elements to assess the health that is your company and the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the company is in operation as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending specialists. We will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner borrows from an asset they own to get the funding. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I need security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required before you can access the money however, we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150K typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.