FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Sydney Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and 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 loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets, which could also include registration through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to repay 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 registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in standard business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in as little as one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request in normal business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements in order to assess your well-being that is your business and the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess the health of the business and the amount of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business credit, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide an individualised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been running, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful company loans specialists. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss 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 secure?
Security of your data, and being transparent about how we collect, use, 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 use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner makes use of the assets they have to secure the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I require security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds but we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.