FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Braybrook Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Braybrook Small Business Loans
Braybrook unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Braybrook Business Loans
What is the Larger Braybrook Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be 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 of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost all business purpose including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets and can include registration with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to pay back 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 that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify 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 evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you apply within standard company times and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us 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 typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request during normal business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of factors to determine the health for your company and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to determine the health of your business and the extent of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business lending professionals. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner borrows from the assets they have to get a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money but we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.