FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Sydney Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Sydney Business Loans
What is the Larger Sydney Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost every business use, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets and can be registered with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible 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)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application in standard company hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request at standard business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining how much we can lend you health of your business and the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to determine the health of the company and the amount of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you request the company loans, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly company lending specialists. We will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner makes use of an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money However, we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally, you can get the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.