FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Sydney Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including cash flow management, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
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. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must 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 prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all business use, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of more than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) 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 need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide a response in one hour if you apply within standard business time and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide the decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application at normal business timings and you allow us to use the 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 offer an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of variables to determine your health of the business and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine your health of your business and the amount of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business is in operation and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loan specialists. They will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner uses the assets they have to get the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.