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 between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to get 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 the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used 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 company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all business purpose including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply 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 require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour if you make your application at quality business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply within normal business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide an answer in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects for determining your health of your business and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to determine the health of the business and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for the company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the company is in operation, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly business credit specialists. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral part 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 sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner borrows from an asset they own to secure the funding. 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 of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is an individual ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.