FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Sorrento Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Sorrento Small Business Loans
Sorrento unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company need, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Sorrento Business Loans
What is the Larger Sorrento Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost every company need, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company 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 trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$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: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request at quality business hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer in as little as an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request within normal business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 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 less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of factors for determining the health that is your business and the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the amount of payments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the business is in operation, whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly company credit experts. They will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner makes use of an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access However, we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally, you are able to get an individual guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.