FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Melbourne Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Melbourne Small Business Loans
Melbourne unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company purpose including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Melbourne Business Loans
What is the Larger Melbourne Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all business use, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets and can include registration on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application during quality company time and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision within just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply within standard business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors that determine the well-being of the company and the level of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business and the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been running as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loans professionals. They will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner utilises an asset they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally there is personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.