FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Sunnyhills Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Sunnyhills Small Business Loans
Sunnyhills unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business use, including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Sunnyhills Business Loans
What is the Larger Sunnyhills Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any business purpose including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application at standard company timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request at standard business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess the health for your business and the extent of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for one of our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loans specialists. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner uses the assets they have to make the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money but we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.