FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Sydney Small Business Loans
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Sydney unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
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 business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined 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, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost all company purpose including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets, and could be registered 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 based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable 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 contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you make your application within quality business timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you make your application within standard business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements in order to assess the health of your company and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for one of our company credit, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the business has been running for, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful company loan experts. The professionals will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner utilises assets they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.