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 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business use, including managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Sydney Business Loans
What is the Larger Sydney Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% 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 trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large company loan is a great option for almost any business need, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you make your application during standard company time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply in normal business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you health for your company and the extent of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company and the extent of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for our business credit, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company is in operation and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful business credit professionals. We will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being transparent about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner utilises the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money However, we do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.