FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Sydney Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business need, such as control of cash flow company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Sydney Business Loans
What is the Larger Sydney Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also be 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 of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost any business purpose including company improvements, purchasing 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 funding of more than $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is 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 that you are offered could be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application in normal business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 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 circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of variables for determining how much we can lend you health that is your business and the extent of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the company as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for the business financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and provide an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business operates in, how long the business has been running, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company credit experts. The experts will offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential 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 financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner utilises assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.