FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of 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 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either 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 reason, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the 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. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost every business use, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets, and could include registration in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (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 simple and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application in standard business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application in standard business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements that determine the well-being of your business and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to determine the well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business credit, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, the long the company has been operating and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company credit professionals. They will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner makes use of an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you are able to get an individual guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.