FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Sydney Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Sydney Business Loans
What is the Larger Sydney Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets, which could also be registered through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is 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 granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (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 application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply during standard company hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply at normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of factors in order to assess what is the well-being for your company and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company loan, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the company has been running for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, starting 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 in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful company lending specialists. The experts will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral part 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 personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner borrows from the assets they have to get the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.