FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Sydney Small Business Loans
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Sydney unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. The business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including cash flow management, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so 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 size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly all business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, which could also include registering this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply within quality company time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business timings and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects for determining your well-being that is your company and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine the health for your business and the extent of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request one of our company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, the long the company has been operating, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly company credit professionals. We will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner utilises assets they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money, however we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.