FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Sunnyvale Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Sunnyvale Small Business Loans
Sunnyvale unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business need, such as cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Sunnyvale Business Loans
What is the Larger Sunnyvale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent 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 trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used for almost all business need, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment 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 liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer 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
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K 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 business credit specialist will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide a response in one hour if you apply in standard business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you apply at standard business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements that determine how much we can lend you health that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the level of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for our company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a tailored offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the business has been in operation for, whether the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business lending specialists. The experts will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner borrows from the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.