FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Sutherland Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Sutherland Small Business Loans
Sutherland unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business use, including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Sutherland Business Loans
What is the Larger Sutherland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to 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 the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost all company use, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within quality business timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you upload copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application at standard business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to offer the decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once 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 specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements that determine what is the health that is your company as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the extent of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the business is in operation as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business lending specialists. The professionals will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner makes use of an asset they own to make the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.