FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Sawyers Valley Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Sawyers Valley Small Business Loans
Sawyers Valley unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Sawyers Valley Business Loans
What is the Larger Sawyers Valley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. You must 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 demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any business use, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets and can be registered in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We may be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an 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 prove at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour if you apply during standard business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements , it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you make your application in normal business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements for determining the well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess the health of the business and the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for the business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and offer an individualised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loan specialists. We will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, 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 making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is crucial 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 sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner utilises the assets they have to make a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get a personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.