FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Adelaide Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Adelaide Small Business Loans
Adelaide unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Adelaide Business Loans
What is the Larger Adelaide Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every company need, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$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 of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during standard company times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide an answer within the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application at standard business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables to determine what is the well-being of your business and the extent of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to determine the health of your company and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for the business financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the company has been running for, how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business lending specialists. They will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner utilises an asset that they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.