FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Gold Coast Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Gold Coast Small Business Loans
Gold Coast unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About 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 business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all company purpose including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within six 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 not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application during standard company time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide the decision in as little as an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer a response in one hour – provided you apply during standard business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of factors in order to assess your health that is your company and the extent of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you request business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company is in operation for, whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loans experts. They will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner utilises an asset that they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.