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. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business use, including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used 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 growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for almost every company purpose including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for 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 needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply during standard business hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you make your application within standard business hours and let us use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide the 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 can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine what is the well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to determine your health of your business and the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for the business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the business has been operating, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business lending professionals. We will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner makes use of assets they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.