FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Sydney Small Business Loans
Let me know 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 and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Sydney Business Loans
What is the Larger Sydney Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have 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 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets, and may include registering this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may 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)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require identification details (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 also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply within standard company timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision within just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer a response in one hour if you submit your request at normal business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of aspects that determine the well-being of your business and the amount of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the extent of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been running for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan experts. They will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, 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 use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner utilises an asset that they own to get a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required before you can access the money However, we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.