FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Sydney Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
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. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 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.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly all company use, including company renovations, to purchase new 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 a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$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 as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request at quality company timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within an hour – provided you make your application during standard business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine what is the health for your business as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk profile of your business and provide you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, how long the company has been operating as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated 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 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly business lending specialists. The professionals will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial 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 secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner uses assets they own to make the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to get an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money but we do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.