FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Sydney Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as 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 size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all company use, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by way of charge on assets, which could also include registration in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply during quality business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request at normal business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit 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 take into consideration a range of variables for determining your health that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine the well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation, whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly business lending professionals. The experts will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of paramount importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise 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 privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner utilises an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or an company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.