FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Brookby Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Brookby Small Business Loans
Brookby unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Brookby Business Loans
What is the Larger Brookby Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your business must belong to 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 of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any business purpose including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, 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 needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, which could also include registration through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to re-pay 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 that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) 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 also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you apply within standard business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method 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 information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within one hour – provided you make your application in normal business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables in order to assess the well-being for your company and the extent of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business credit, we will assess the risk assessment the company and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the company has been operating for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly company lending specialists. We will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments 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 transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner utilises an asset that they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.