FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Adelaide Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Adelaide Small Business Loans
Adelaide unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business use, including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund 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 size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also 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 to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost all company use, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, 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 or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (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: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within standard company times and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in as little as an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request at normal business times and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables in order to assess what is the health of the company and the extent of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk profile for your business and offer an individualised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business is in, how long the company has been in operation as well as how long the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful company loan experts. They’ll offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be 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 the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is vital 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 techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner utilises an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.