FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Surfers Paradise Small Business Loans
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Surfers Paradise unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to 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 within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Surfers Paradise Business Loans
What is the Larger Surfers Paradise Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated 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, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every business purpose including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
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 over assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request during standard company timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during normal business hours and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of elements to determine how much we can lend you health of your company and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to determine your health for your business and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request the business financing, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is in, how long the business has been running as well as how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful business loans specialists. The professionals will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide rapid 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 utilises an asset that they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.