FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Sydney Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company need, such as cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or 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 loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost any company need, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as 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 required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit 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 the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply at quality business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you apply in standard business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload copies of your bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of factors to determine the health for your business and the level of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
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. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loans specialists. They’ll offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is vital and is a crucial part 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 sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner uses the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need an individual ensure and security in the form charges on assets.