FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Sydney Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available 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 business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. The repayments are made 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.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every company use, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during quality company times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide a decision in as little as 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour – provided you make your application within standard business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables that determine the health that is your business and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to assess your health of your company and the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide an individualised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest 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 company is operating in, how long the company has been in operation and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loans experts. The professionals will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is vital and a vital element 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 personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner utilises an asset they own to secure the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or an company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money However, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.