FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brighton East Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Brighton East Small Business Loans
Brighton East 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.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company need, such as managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Brighton East Business Loans
What is the Larger Brighton East Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (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 to fund almost every business need, including business remodeling, buying 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 is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets, which could also be registered through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able 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 which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply during standard company timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you make your application within normal business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors for determining your health of your company and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the company as well as the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for one of our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been in operation for, how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loan specialists. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner makes use of the assets they have to secure a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money but 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 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.