FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Adelaide Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Adelaide Small Business Loans
Adelaide unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company need, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Adelaide Business Loans
What is the Larger Adelaide Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (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 can be used to fund almost all business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets and can be registered with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application during quality business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply during standard business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine what is the health of your company and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine the health of the company and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the business is in operation for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful company loan specialists. The experts will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner uses the assets they have to secure the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I need security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.