FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Perth Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Perth Small Business Loans
Perth unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
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 expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
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 items or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request in quality business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision in as little as an business 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 about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application within normal business hours and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors that determine how much we can lend you well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your company as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for the business financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a tailored offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the company is in operation for, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company credit experts. The specialists will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner borrows from assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or an company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.