FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Gold Coast Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Gold Coast Small Business Loans
Gold Coast unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Gold Coast Business Loans
What is the Larger Gold Coast Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost every business use, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business creditor 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 that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We could be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request during standard business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply in normal business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of aspects that determine what is the well-being for your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine the health of the company as well as the amount of payments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the company has been operating and what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loan specialists. We will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner utilises the assets they have to make the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.