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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Sandringham Small Business Loans
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Sandringham unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid 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 a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company purpose including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Sandringham Business Loans
What is the Larger Sandringham Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost all company reason, such as company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own 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 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will call you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application during standard business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide the decision in just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you apply in standard business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer an answer in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of factors to determine the well-being of your business and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of aspects to determine your well-being that is your company as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you request our company loan, we will assess the risk profile of your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating as well as in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loan professionals. The specialists will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide a fast 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 secure a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.