FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Sunnyvale Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Sunnyvale Small Business Loans
Sunnyvale unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 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?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business purpose including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Sunnyvale Business Loans
What is the Larger Sunnyvale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost every company use, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer 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 worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply during quality company time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request within normal business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide a decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects for determining how much we can lend you health for your business and the level of payments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to assess your health of the business and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for one of our business loan, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the business has been running for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can 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. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business lending professionals. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner makes use of the assets they have to get the funding. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required before you can access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.