FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Sydney Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Sydney Business Loans
What is the Larger Sydney Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost every business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make 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 is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $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 as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply within standard company timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application during standard business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements that determine the health for your business and the amount of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to determine your well-being for your company as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for our business loan, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the business is in operation and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending specialists. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner uses an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.