FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Sydney Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used 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 expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost every business reason, such as company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, which could also include registering this in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth 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 the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request at quality business time and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you make your application during standard business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine the well-being of your company and the level of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company has been operating as well as whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loan experts. The specialists will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner borrows from the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need an individual ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.