FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Adelaide Small Business Loans
Tell me more about 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 can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company use, including cash flow management, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Adelaide Business Loans
What is the Larger Adelaide Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify 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. The applicant must also 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 business.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all company purpose including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request at quality business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer an answer within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request during normal business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of factors for determining the well-being of your company and the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess your well-being that is your business and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for the company loan, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the business has been running for, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loan professionals. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner uses assets they own to make a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.