FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Perth Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Perth Small Business Loans
Perth unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company need, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and 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 company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to 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 to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost any business need, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of $250,000 or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will call you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply in quality company time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you apply at standard business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables that determine the well-being of your business and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to determine the well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and at what time, 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 punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loans specialists. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner uses the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required before you can access the money but we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.