FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Sydney Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as cash flow management, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Sydney Business Loans
What is the Larger Sydney Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all business reason, such as company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business creditor 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 contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. 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 have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application during standard business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer within an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application in normal business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine the well-being for your company and the level of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to determine your health that is your business and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request the company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and provide an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount 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 in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been operating, whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding 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 are able to get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business credit professionals. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, 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 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 protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner borrows from an asset they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access However, we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.