FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Sydney Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and 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 amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for almost every company use, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and may be registered with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to 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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request during quality company times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer an answer within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request in standard business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to determine what is the well-being of your company and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business is in, how long the company has been operating for, whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan experts. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated 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 safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner utilises assets they own to get the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, you are able to get the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.