FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brookdale Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Brookdale Small Business Loans
Brookdale unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Brookdale Business Loans
What is the Larger Brookdale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every company reason, such as business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might 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 assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request in standard company hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request in normal business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you well-being for your company and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to assess your well-being for your company and the level of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for our company loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the business has been operating and whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with 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 amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business lending experts. They will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner borrows from assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.