FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Adelaide Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Adelaide Small Business Loans
Adelaide unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, such as cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About 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 business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every company purpose including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets, and could include registering this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request in standard business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour if you apply at standard business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of factors for determining how much we can lend you health for your company and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business and the extent of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for our business loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company has been running as well as what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company lending experts. They will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is vital and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure the funding. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you are able to get personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.