FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Adelaide Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Adelaide Small Business Loans
Adelaide unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business use, including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Adelaide Business Loans
What is the Larger Adelaide Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost any business purpose including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have 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 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application at quality company time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you make your application within standard business hours and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of factors for determining your well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the business loan, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the company has been operating for, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, 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 punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business lending experts. They’ll provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner uses an asset they own to obtain a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is the process of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money, however we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.