FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Melbourne Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Melbourne Small Business Loans
Melbourne unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company need, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Melbourne Business Loans
What is the Larger Melbourne 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 with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old 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 funding be used for?
A large company loan can be used for almost every company use, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request during standard company hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer an answer in just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application at standard business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of elements for determining how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine your health for your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for the company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been running as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loan professionals. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner makes use of an asset that they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you are able to get the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.