FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Brunswick East Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Brunswick East Small Business Loans
Brunswick East unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Brunswick East Business Loans
What is the Larger Brunswick East Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for almost every business purpose including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by way of charge on assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request during quality company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour – provided you submit your request within standard business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements to determine the well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for the business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the business is in operation, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful business lending experts. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner uses assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.