FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brighton Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Brighton Small Business Loans
Brighton unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Brighton Business Loans
What is the Larger Brighton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly all business use, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets and can be registered on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some 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 might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request during quality company hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application at normal business time and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you health for your business and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the extent of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation for, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business credit experts. We will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner utilises the assets they have to make the funding. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally, you are able to get an individual guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.