FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Sydenham Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Sydenham Small Business Loans
Sydenham unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as control of cash flow business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Sydenham Business Loans
What is the Larger Sydenham Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost any business need, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application at standard company hours and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision in just 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request in standard business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to 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 specific amount we take into consideration a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you well-being of your business and the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation, how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loan experts. We will offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner borrows from the assets they have to make the loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require the 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 needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.