FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Sandringham Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Sandringham Small Business Loans
Sandringham unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company purpose including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Sandringham Business Loans
What is the Larger Sandringham Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I 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, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply at quality business timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide an answer in as little as 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 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 would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply in standard business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables that determine the health of your company and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business and the extent of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you request our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the business has been in operation as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay 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 pay out the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan experts. They’ll provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, 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 standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner uses an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security for an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.