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 offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as control of cash flow company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Sydney Business Loans
What is the Larger Sydney Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined 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 business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all business purpose including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets and can include the registration of this in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document 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 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 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 simple and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within quality business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in as little as one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request within standard business time and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables that determine how much we can lend you well-being of your company and the level of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of factors to determine the well-being of the business and the amount of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you apply for our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide an individualised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the business has been operating, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending specialists. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner utilises the assets they have to secure the funding. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.