FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Sydney Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so 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 loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly every business use, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated 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 permits preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request in standard business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour – provided you apply during standard business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six 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 specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of variables for determining the well-being of your business and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to assess the health of the business and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for the business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business is in operation for, how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loan specialists. They will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated 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)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner uses the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds however, 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) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally, you can get personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.