FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
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, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business purpose including the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Sydney Business Loans
What is the Larger Sydney Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every business need, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
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 goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be based on 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) 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-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request at quality business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application in normal business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors that determine the well-being for your business and the level of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company and the level of payments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the company has been running and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful company loan professionals. The specialists will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of huge importance 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 protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner utilises assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access However, we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.