FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Sydney Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and 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 loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of at least $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 to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company use, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets and can include registering this in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a 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 trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request in quality company time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour – provided you apply at normal business hours and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 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 check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine the well-being of your company as well as the amount of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to assess the health of the company and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know the exact amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the company is in operation, how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please call our helpful company loans professionals. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner uses the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
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 your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.