FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Sunshine North Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Sunshine North Small Business Loans
Sunshine North unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company reason, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Sunshine North Business Loans
What is the Larger Sunshine North Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all company reason, such as company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application within standard business times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour – provided you make your application during normal business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of elements to determine what is the health of your business and the amount of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and offer an individualised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the business has been running as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful company loans specialists. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is vital and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner borrows from assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (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 the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.