FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Sunshine West Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Sunshine West Small Business Loans
Sunshine West unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Sunshine West Business Loans
What is the Larger Sunshine West Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that 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 trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost any company need, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets, and may be registered with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a 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 get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a 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 prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within quality business time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you upload copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you make your application at normal business timings and let us use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements that determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess the health of the business as well as the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request our company loans, we will assess the risk profile the company and offer an individualised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be 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 are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company has been in operation, whether the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loans professionals. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being transparent about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, 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 protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner borrows from assets they own to obtain a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money However, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need an individual ensure and security in the form an asset charge.