FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Sydney Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund 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 size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every company purpose including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets, and could include the registration of this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision 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 some financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply 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’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within standard company times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour if you make your application within standard business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, it can take a bit 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 look at a variety of variables in order to assess your health for your company and the level of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the business is in operation for, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company credit specialists. They will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you 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)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner uses assets they own to obtain the loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money however, we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.