FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Melbourne Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Melbourne Small Business Loans
Melbourne unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Melbourne Business Loans
What is the Larger Melbourne Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost all company use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets and can include registration in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of more than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist 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) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer a response in one hour if you submit your request in quality business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer within an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application during standard business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of elements that determine the well-being that is your company and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the level of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to request our business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company is in operation and whether the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful business credit specialists. We will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, 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 use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner borrows from assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you can get personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.