FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Melbourne Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Melbourne Small Business Loans
Melbourne unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Melbourne Business Loans
What is the Larger Melbourne Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, and could include registration with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans that is greater than $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application during standard company time and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request within standard business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you upload documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables for determining the well-being that is your business and the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
If you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess the well-being of your company and the extent 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 do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request our business credit, we will assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company is in, how long the business has been operating, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loan experts. They will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner utilises an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.