FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Gold Coast Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Gold Coast Small Business Loans
Gold Coast unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Gold Coast Business Loans
What is the Larger Gold Coast Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost any business reason, such as business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 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 months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business hours and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 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 may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour – provided you apply at standard business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine your well-being of the company and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the level of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation as well as how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company lending specialists. We will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is vital and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner uses assets they own to get a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security for an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally, you are able to get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.