FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Gold Coast Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Gold Coast Small Business Loans
Gold Coast unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business purpose including the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Gold Coast Business Loans
What is the Larger Gold Coast Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to pay back 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 which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply in standard company time and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application in normal business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine the well-being of your company and the extent of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of variables to assess the well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request the business credit, we will assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business has been operating for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loans specialists. They will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner makes use of an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I require security to get a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.