FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About 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 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Sydney Business Loans
What is the Larger Sydney Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company use, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets, and may be registered with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to assist you.
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 of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application during standard company time and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application during standard business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables in order to assess your well-being of the business and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine the health of your business and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company credit, we will assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated 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 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loans experts. They’ll provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner borrows from assets they own to secure the loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.