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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Sandringham Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Sandringham Small Business Loans
Sandringham unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Sandringham Business Loans
What is the Larger Sandringham Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used for almost all company reason, such as company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, and could include registering this on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you apply at standard business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within just the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application at standard business hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables in order to assess your health that is your business and the level of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request the business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the business has been running as well as whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t 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 in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner makes use of assets they own to secure the funding. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money however, we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.