FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Sunnyvale Small Business Loans
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Sunnyvale unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Sunnyvale Business Loans
What is the Larger Sunnyvale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company 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) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost all company need, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, which could also include registration through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application at quality business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request during normal business times and let us use 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 provide a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables for determining what is the well-being of the company and the extent of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the level of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the business is in operation for, whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company credit experts. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is vital and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner makes use of the assets they have to secure the funding. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, there is an individual guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.