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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Sunnynook Small Business Loans
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Sunnynook unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company reason, such as managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Sunnynook Business Loans
What is the Larger Sunnynook Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost any business need, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be based 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 over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for 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 simple and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application within standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within one hour – provided you apply within standard business times and you allow us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements in order to assess the well-being of the company as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been operating for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loans experts. They will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner utilises assets they own to secure the loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.