FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Sydney Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Sydney Business Loans
What is the Larger Sydney Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A 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?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every company need, including company improvements, purchasing 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 requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets and can be registered with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval 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 may apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, 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 bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply within standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer a decision within just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you apply during normal business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of elements in order to assess what is the well-being of the company as well as the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the company and the level of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request one of our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the company has been running, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loan experts. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner uses an asset they own to get the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is an individual ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.