FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Sydney Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or 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 company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for almost all company reason, such as company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
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 the registration of this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be based on different terms.
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 the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request within quality company time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request during standard business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables for determining how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the amount of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine your health of the company and the extent of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request our company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. 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 with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful company lending specialists. They will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or an company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access However, we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.