FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Browns Bay Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Browns Bay Small Business Loans
Browns Bay unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company need, such as the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Browns Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Browns Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own 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 funding for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost any business purpose including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer the legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could have different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an business 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)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (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 application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request at quality business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide an answer within 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application at normal business times and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining your health for your company and the amount of repayments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the level of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a tailored offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including 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 several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, how long the business has been running and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated 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 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loan specialists. We will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner uses an asset that they own to obtain a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not 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 specified in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.