FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Browns Bay Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Browns Bay Small Business Loans
Browns Bay unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business use, including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Browns Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Browns Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old 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 I use the funds for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost any business purpose including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets and can include registration on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could have 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 over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $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 to $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application within standard company time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within standard business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects that determine the health of the business as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for the business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is in, how long the business has been running, how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business credit experts. The professionals will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure the funding. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money However, we do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.