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 provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business need, such as cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and 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 company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly all company purpose including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, 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 accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 we can 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 the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in standard business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply within standard business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors that determine what is the health that is your business and the level of repayments your company can 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 consider a variety of variables to determine the well-being for your business and the level of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you request one of our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been in operation, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required 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 you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loans professionals. They will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data 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 paramount importance and is a crucial part 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 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner makes use of an asset that they own to get the funding. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.