FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Broadmeadows Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Broadmeadows Small Business Loans
Broadmeadows unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as control of cash flow company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Broadmeadows Business Loans
What is the Larger Broadmeadows Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost every business purpose including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer the legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be based on 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 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application within quality business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request at standard business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables in order to assess the well-being for your business and the extent of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine the well-being of the company as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for the company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating for, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
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. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company credit experts. We will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner uses an asset that they own to get the loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.