FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Sydney Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the 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 between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly every business need, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets, and may be registered through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to do this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
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 at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application within quality business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you make your application within standard business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine your well-being that is your business and the extent of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine the health that is your business and the extent of repayments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the company is in operation, how long the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in 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 includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loans experts. They will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link 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)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get an individual ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.