FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brunswick Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Brunswick Small Business Loans
Brunswick unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Brunswick Business Loans
What is the Larger Brunswick Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all company need, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets, and could include registering this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to re-pay 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 that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of $250K or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also 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 and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application within quality company timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you apply in standard business time and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being for your business and the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to determine your health of your company and the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation for, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business credit specialists. The experts will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner uses assets they own to obtain a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.