FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Sydney Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business use, including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About 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 business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled 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 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for almost every company use, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250K or more we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may have different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for 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 a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply during quality company timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer in as little as one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application in normal business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of elements to determine what is the well-being that is your business as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request one of our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been running, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful company lending specialists. They will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner utilises an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.