FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Adelaide Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Adelaide Small Business Loans
Adelaide unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business need, such as cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Adelaide Business Loans
What is the Larger Adelaide Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any business purpose including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for 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 needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (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 application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply during quality business timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request at normal business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables that determine your well-being of your company and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for our company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is in, how long the company is in operation for, whether the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off 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 speak to our friendly company loan specialists. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner makes use of an asset they own to get the loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.