FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Adelaide Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Adelaide Small Business Loans
Adelaide unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Adelaide Business Loans
What is the Larger Adelaide Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to be 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) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every company need, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of $250K or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be 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 at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will call 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), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you make your application during quality company time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard company hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in standard business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine what is the health of the business and the level of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to assess the well-being for your company and the level of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for one of our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and offer an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the company has been running and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful business lending professionals. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. 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 clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is vital and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner uses an asset that they own to secure a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally there is personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.