FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Braeside Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Braeside Small Business Loans
Braeside unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business use, including the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Braeside Business Loans
What is the Larger Braeside Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any company use, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$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: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour if you submit your request during quality business time and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer a decision within an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application during normal business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer the decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of elements that determine what is the well-being of the business as well as the amount of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to assess your health for your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for one of our company loans, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the company is in operation and whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful company loans professionals. They’ll provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner borrows from an asset they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.