FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Sydney Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Sydney Business Loans
What is the Larger Sydney Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage 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 have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every business reason, such as business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets and can include registration with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply in standard company timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you apply in normal business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors that determine what is the well-being that is your business as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine the health of the company and the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to request one of our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and provide an individualised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating for, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loans specialists. We will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
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 crucial and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner utilises an asset that they own to make the loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or an company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee 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 is a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Are I need security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access but we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.