FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Sunbury Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Sunbury Small Business Loans
Sunbury unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business use, including cash flow management, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Sunbury Business Loans
What is the Larger Sunbury Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income 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 demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any company reason, such as company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during standard company timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you make your application in standard business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements for determining how much we can lend you health of your business and the extent of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine the health for your business and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for one of our company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of 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.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful company credit professionals. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner uses an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds but we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security in the form an asset charge.