FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Sunshine North Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Sunshine North Small Business Loans
Sunshine North unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company reason, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Sunshine North Business Loans
What is the Larger Sunshine North Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to 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 the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, and could include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you apply in quality business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide the decision in just 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request at normal business hours and let us use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements that determine the health for your business and the level of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for our company loan, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the business is in operation as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly business lending specialists. They’ll offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner makes use of an asset that they own to make a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.