FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information 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, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Sydney Business Loans
What is the Larger Sydney Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion 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 to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every company need, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets and can include registration in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour if you make your application at quality company times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer within just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application in normal business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables to determine your health of your company and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine the health of the business and the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you request business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a tailored offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been running as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for 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 repay the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly business lending professionals. They will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner borrows from an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money but we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.