FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Sorrento Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Sorrento Small Business Loans
Sorrento unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company purpose including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning 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. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This 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 that is this large, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost any company need, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, 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 necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply at standard business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during standard business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors for determining your well-being of your business and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of aspects to determine the well-being of the company and the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for and the sector the business operates in, the long the company has been running as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly business loans professionals. We will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner borrows from the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.