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 offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company purpose including the management of cash flow, 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 loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every business need, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets, and could be registered with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply in quality business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application within standard business times and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit 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 will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you well-being for your company and the extent of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of factors to determine the well-being for your company and the level of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for the company credit, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, the long the business is in operation, whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loans professionals. The professionals will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner uses an asset they own to secure the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required before you can access the money but we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.