FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Adelaide Small Business Loans
Tell me about 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 that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About 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. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost any business purpose including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as 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 necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application within quality business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request within standard business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors for determining how much we can lend you health of your company and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you request business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, how long the company is in operation for, whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business credit specialists. They’ll provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner utilises assets they own to secure the loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money however, we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.