FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Sydney Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Sydney Business Loans
What is the Larger Sydney Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official 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 that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. 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 are offered could have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have 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 trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application in quality business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application during standard business hours and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors in order to assess what is the health of the company and the amount of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine your well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for the business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business is in, how long the business has been running, how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business credit professionals. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge importance and an integral aspect 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 secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner uses assets they own to get the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or an business property 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’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money, however we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.