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 provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business need, such as control of cash flow company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available 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 expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to be trading for at least 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 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We may be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
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 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply during standard company time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer within just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply within standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess your health of your business as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. 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 make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business lending specialists. The experts will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner uses an asset that they own to obtain the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I require security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.