FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Takanini Small Business Loans
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Takanini unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Takanini Business Loans
What is the Larger Takanini 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 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly all company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to 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)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request within quality business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it can take a bit 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 submit your request within normal business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables that determine your health for your business and the extent of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine the well-being of your company and the level of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and provide an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the business is in operation for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly business credit professionals. They will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner utilises an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or an company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.