FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Sun Valley Small Business Loans
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Sun Valley unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business use, including cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Sun Valley Business Loans
What is the Larger Sun Valley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly all company purpose including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets and can include registration through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company 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 demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply at standard company times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply within normal business hours and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors for determining what is the well-being for your company and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company as well as the amount of payments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the business is in operation for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need 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 make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for 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 repay the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business credit specialists. The specialists will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner uses an asset they own to make a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access, however we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.