FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Sydney Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Sydney Business Loans
What is the Larger Sydney Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost any company reason, such as business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, 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 continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you apply within standard business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application within normal business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application 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 specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of aspects for determining what is the well-being of your company and the extent of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to determine your health that is your company and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you request the company loans, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business is in operation, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company credit specialists. The professionals will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. 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 clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is vital and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner uses assets they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.