FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brighton Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Brighton Small Business Loans
Brighton unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Brighton Business Loans
What is the Larger Brighton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost every company use, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request in standard business times and let us utilise 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 the decision within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of 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 can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application within normal business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements that determine the well-being of the company as well as the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess the health for your business and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been running as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful business lending specialists. They will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.