FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Bronte Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Bronte Small Business Loans
Bronte unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Bronte Business Loans
What is the Larger Bronte Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every business reason, such as business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be on 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 at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply during standard company time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer the decision within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request within standard business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine your health of your business and the level of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess your well-being of your business as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the business has been running as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business lending professionals. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being transparent about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner uses assets they own to make the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money however, we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.