FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Sydney Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including cash flow management, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so 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 expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost all business purpose including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets, and could include registration in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated 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 grants the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application within standard company timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application at standard business times and let us use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects to determine what is the health that is your business as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for the business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation, whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loans specialists. The experts will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential element 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 and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner utilises an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money but we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.