FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Melbourne Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Melbourne Small Business Loans
Melbourne unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business purpose including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Melbourne Business Loans
What is the Larger Melbourne Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used for almost all business use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets and can be registered in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can 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 worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$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, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during standard business time and allow us to utilise 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 provide a decision within just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you have 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 offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business timings and let us use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine what is the well-being for your business and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for the business loans, we will assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful company credit experts. They will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is a crucial 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 as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner utilises an asset they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required before you can access the money however, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.