FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brookby Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Brookby Small Business Loans
Brookby unsecured loans offers 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.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
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 are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any business purpose including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply at standard company hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application at standard business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide an answer within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you upload documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine what is the health that is your business as well as the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the extent of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request our company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and offer an individualised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, the long the business has been operating as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not 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 includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly business credit professionals. The professionals will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner utilises the assets they have to secure the funding. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.