FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Sydney Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $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 a traditional company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company reason, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About 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 are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your company needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly all company need, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and 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 bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request in quality business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application in normal business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors that determine your health of the company and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess the health of the business and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you make an application for the business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company is in, how long the business has been operating, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful business lending specialists. They’ll offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and is a crucial part 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 personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner borrows from assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.