FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Gold Coast Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Gold Coast Small Business Loans
Gold Coast unsecured loans offers 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.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Gold Coast Business Loans
What is the Larger Gold Coast Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost all company need, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets, and could include registering this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as 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 or more) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request in standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within one hour – provided you apply within normal business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of elements for determining what is the health of the business and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess your well-being of your company and the level of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loan professionals. They will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as 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 secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.