FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Sinagra Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Sinagra Small Business Loans
Sinagra unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business use, including cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Sinagra Business Loans
What is the Larger Sinagra Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every company need, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets and can be registered with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
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 permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (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 approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply at standard company times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you apply at standard business hours and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you upload documents from your account statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables in order to assess the well-being that is your business and the level of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine the well-being of the business and the amount of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been in operation, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loan professionals. We will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner utilises an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.