FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Sydney Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About 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 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the 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, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost every company reason, such as company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request during quality company timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer within just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you make your application at standard business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects in order to assess the well-being of the company and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to determine your health for your company and the level of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the business is in operation, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged 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 early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company lending professionals. The specialists will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, 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 as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner makes use of the assets they have to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally, there is a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.