FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Sydney Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Sydney Small Business Loans
Sydney unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
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 growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could have different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request within quality company timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer within 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide a response in one hour – provided you make your application at normal business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer an answer in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of aspects for determining how much we can lend you health of the business and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the company and the level of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company is in, how long the company has been in operation and how long the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
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 repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful company loans experts. We will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner borrows from the assets they have to get the loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.