FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brabham Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Brabham Small Business Loans
Brabham unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business need, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Brabham Business Loans
What is the Larger Brabham Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in 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 to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets and can include the registration of this in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than defining 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 repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We could 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 an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request within quality company time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within one hour – provided you make your application during normal business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you health that is your company and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine your health of the company as well as the amount of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, the long the company is in operation, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to 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 decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful company lending specialists. We will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is a crucial 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 information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner borrows from the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or an business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I need security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.