FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Perth Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Perth Small Business Loans
Perth unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Perth Business Loans
What is the Larger Perth Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to pay back 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 objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide a response in one hour if you make your application in quality business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with 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 may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply within standard business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us copies of your bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements for determining your well-being of the company and the level of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess your well-being of your business and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
When you apply for one of our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been running for, how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending specialists. We will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount 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 financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner makes use of an asset they own to secure the funding. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.