FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the South Perth Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the South Perth Small Business Loans
South Perth unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger South Perth Business Loans
What is the Larger South Perth Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost any business purpose including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company 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)
- must show at least six months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you apply in standard company time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision within just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply in standard business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide an answer within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you health for your business and the level of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the level of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the business has been running as well as whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly business loans experts. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information 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 make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner utilises assets they own to get a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.