FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Perth Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Perth Small Business Loans
Perth unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Perth Business Loans
What is the Larger Perth Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 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 to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any business reason, such as 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 one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, and may be registered through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an 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 business (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 application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer in just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six 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 quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within normal business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the company and the amount of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer an individualised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation as well as how long the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loans professionals. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not 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 the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner utilises assets they own to secure the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or an company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money However, we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.