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 offers the range of $5,000 to $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 the traditional business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Adelaide Business Loans
What is the Larger Adelaide Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for 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, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every business use, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, 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 necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three 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 within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request in quality business timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application at normal business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of factors for determining what is the health of the business and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
When you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess the well-being for your company as well as the amount of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the company has been running, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business lending experts. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner utilises assets they own to make the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required before you can access the money but we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get an individual ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.