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 offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business use, including cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About 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. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used for almost every company purpose including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to do this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own 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 trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply in standard company time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application during standard business times and you allow us to make use of 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 will be able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you health of the business and the level of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess the well-being that is your company and the extent of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you request one of our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company is in, how long the company has been operating and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful business loan experts. We will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of huge importance and a vital 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 commitment to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner utilises an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.