FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Melbourne Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Melbourne Small Business Loans
Melbourne unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Melbourne Business Loans
What is the Larger Melbourne Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost any company need, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to do this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you apply at quality company times and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application within normal business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to offer a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six 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 circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables in order to assess what is the health that is your business and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to determine the health that is your business and the level of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for one of our company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business is in, how long the company has been in operation for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loan professionals. They’ll provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner utilises an asset that they own to secure the funding. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you are able to get the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.