FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Sunnynook Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Sunnynook Small Business Loans
Sunnynook unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company use, including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Sunnynook Business Loans
What is the Larger Sunnynook Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly all company use, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory 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 required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, and may include registering this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for 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 fast and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request at standard company timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request in standard business times and let us use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine your well-being of your company and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the level of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you apply for our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business credit specialists. They will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner makes use of an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, you can get personal ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.