FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Sydney Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Sydney Business Loans
What is the Larger Sydney Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any business use, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request in standard company hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision in as little as an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour – provided you apply within standard business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables to determine what is the health of your business and the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of variables to assess the well-being that is your company and the level of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you request one of our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the business has been operating as well as what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loans professionals. They will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital 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 standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner uses the assets they have to make the loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.