FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Brahma Lodge Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Brahma Lodge Small Business Loans
Brahma Lodge unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Brahma Lodge Business Loans
What is the Larger Brahma Lodge 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 term fixed for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost every company use, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business 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 the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you apply at quality company timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you apply within normal business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine what is the health for your company and the amount of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of factors to assess the well-being for your company and the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request the company financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the company has been running as well as how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful business loans experts. The specialists will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner uses the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security to secure 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 an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.