FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Braybrook Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Braybrook Small Business Loans
Braybrook unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business purpose including the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Braybrook Business Loans
What is the Larger Braybrook Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost every business need, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as 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 to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include registering this in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the 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 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 apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within standard business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – provided you apply in standard business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements for determining how much we can lend you well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess the health of the company and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you make an application for the company financing, we will assess the risk profile for your company and provide an individualised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, the long the business has been in operation and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly company lending professionals. They will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner borrows from assets they own to make the funding. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you are able to get personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.