FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Sydney Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
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. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all company reason, such as business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets and can include registration through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may have 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, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for a 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 quick and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply within standard company time and permit us to make use of 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’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour – provided you submit your request during standard business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements 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 submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine your health that is your business and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess your health of your business as well as the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request the business loan, we will assess the risk assessment the business and provide an individualised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the business has been running as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loans specialists. They will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner uses an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I need security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.