FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brookvale Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Brookvale Small Business Loans
Brookvale unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company reason, such as control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Brookvale Business Loans
What is the Larger Brookvale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (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 is a great option for almost all business need, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets, which could also include registration with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that exceeds $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. It is possible to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour if you make your application at quality business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application within standard business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements that determine the health of the business and the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for one of our business loan, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the business has been operating as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loans experts. They’ll provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is vital and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner makes use of an asset they own to get the funding. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.