FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Sunnybank Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Sunnybank Small Business Loans
Sunnybank unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business purpose including the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Sunnybank Business Loans
What is the Larger Sunnybank Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost all company purpose including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets, and may include registering this through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer the legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We may be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request during standard company time and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take 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 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply at normal business hours and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements for determining how much we can lend you well-being that is your business and the extent of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company and the extent of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk profile of your business and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the company has been running for, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful business credit experts. We will offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner uses assets they own to secure the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against 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 financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.