FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Sydney Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business need, such as control of cash flow business 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 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 growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated 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 company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly all business purpose including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure 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 that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
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 worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current 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 provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during quality company hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request in standard business timings and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, it will take a little 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 consider a variety of elements that determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business operates in, the long the business is in operation and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company credit professionals. They will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial 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 protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner uses the assets they have to get a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required before you can access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.