FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Sydney Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used 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 business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have 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 Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all company use, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply in standard business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply within normal business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine what is the well-being that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine the well-being of your company and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for the business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the company is in operation as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company loans professionals. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral part 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 sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner borrows from assets they own to make a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money, however we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.