FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Sumner Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Sumner Small Business Loans
Sumner unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business need, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Sumner Business Loans
What is the Larger Sumner 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 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly all business need, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, and may include registering this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply within quality company hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply during standard business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of aspects that determine the well-being of the company as well as the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your company and the level of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the company has been running, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company credit experts. The professionals will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner makes use of assets they own to get the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.