FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Sandringham Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Sandringham Small Business Loans
Sandringham unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Sandringham Business Loans
What is the Larger Sandringham Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that 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?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. Your business must belong to 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 to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly all business purpose including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets, and may be registered with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more 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 six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you apply within quality business timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide a response in one hour if you make your application in standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements for determining the well-being that is your business and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess your well-being for your business and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the business has been operating for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved 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% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loans specialists. They will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner uses the assets they have to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally, you are able to get an individual guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.