FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Sydney Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and 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 of loan that can be used to fund company expansion 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 situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every business need, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check, 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 checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
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 you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial 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 can usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application in standard company timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application during normal business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of factors for determining the well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to determine your well-being of your business and the level of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company loans, we will assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the company is in operation as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business lending specialists. They 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 the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner borrows from an asset they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or an company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Are I need security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally there is an individual ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.