FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
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, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business purpose including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Adelaide Business Loans
What is the Larger Adelaide Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all company reason, such as company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, and could include registration in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could have different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 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 and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer a response in one hour if you apply at standard business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application in standard business hours and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables for determining the well-being that is your company and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your company and the extent of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a tailored offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business is in, how long the business has been running, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (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 any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful company credit professionals. We will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner borrows from assets they own to make the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security to get 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 an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.