FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Broadbeach Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Broadbeach Small Business Loans
Broadbeach unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Broadbeach Business Loans
What is the Larger Broadbeach Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth 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 your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly all business use, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim on 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 a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for 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 simple and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$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 to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply within standard business timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request at normal business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of elements to determine the well-being that is your business and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the level of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business credit, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the company has been running, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful business credit experts. The professionals will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner makes use of an asset they own to get the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.