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 between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Adelaide Business Loans
What is the Larger Adelaide Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business 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 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost any company use, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and could be registered with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for 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. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request within quality business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within normal business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements that determine your well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the company and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you request business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation as well as what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business loan specialists. The specialists will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is vital and an integral part 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 and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner borrows from an asset that they own to get the funding. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need an individual ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.