FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Gold Coast Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Gold Coast Small Business Loans
Gold Coast unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business need, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About 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 are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, and may be registered through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an business 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)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply during quality company time and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you make your application in standard business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of variables to determine the well-being that is your company and the level of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine your well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation as well as in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loans professionals. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you are able to get an individual guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.