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 provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
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 cash flow management, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as 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 of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly all business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 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 as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply within quality business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request at standard business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you health of your business and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine the well-being that is your company and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request one of our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loan professionals. They will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of 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 use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner utilises an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I need security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.