FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Sydney Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business use, including the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as 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 size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost any business purpose including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for a 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 quick and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply in quality company times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you make your application at standard business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors in order to assess the well-being of the business and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the business has been operating and how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company lending specialists. We will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of huge importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner borrows from the assets they have to make the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K generally there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.