FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Sydney Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Sydney Business Loans
What is the Larger Sydney Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any company purpose including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application in standard business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide a decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you send us copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour if you submit your request during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of elements that determine what is the health that is your company and the extent of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine the well-being of your company and the level of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to request the company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the business is in operation as well as whether the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly company lending experts. We will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or an company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.