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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brownlow Hill Small Business Loans
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Brownlow Hill unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either 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 every company reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Brownlow Hill Business Loans
What is the Larger Brownlow Hill Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used for almost every business use, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business 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)
- must show at least six months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous 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 in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact 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) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you make your application in quality company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request at normal business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to determine your health of the business and the extent of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your company as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request the company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company is in, how long the business has been in operation for, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loan professionals. The professionals will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and an integral 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 secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner borrows from an asset that they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.