FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Melbourne Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Melbourne Small Business Loans
Melbourne unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Melbourne Business Loans
What is the Larger Melbourne Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This 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 in this amount, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and 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 funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost any business use, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application during standard company timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision in just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request within normal business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors to determine what is the health of the business and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a tailored offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been in operation, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and when, right from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful company credit experts. We will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral aspect 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 sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner uses an asset they own to get the funding. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access, however we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.