FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Adelaide Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Adelaide Small Business Loans
Adelaide unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Adelaide Business Loans
What is the Larger Adelaide Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly any business need, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be based on different terms.
The 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 at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you make your application within standard business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision within just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine what is the health of your business and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
If you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to determine the health for your business and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been operating and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront 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. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful company loan professionals. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is an essential 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 personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner uses an asset that they own to obtain a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is an individual guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.