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 offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can 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, business 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.
About Larger Sydney Business Loans
What is the Larger Sydney Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost any company reason, such as business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could have different terms.
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 at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for 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 simple and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you make your application at quality company time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in normal business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you well-being for your business and the level of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your company and the level of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request one of our company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company is in, how long the company has been running as well as what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly business loan specialists. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is crucial and a vital 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 sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner makes use of an asset they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.