FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Takapuna Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Takapuna Small Business Loans
Takapuna unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business use, including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Takapuna Business Loans
What is the Larger Takapuna Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost any company need, including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
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 goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could have different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an company 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 worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within an hour if you apply during standard business hours and let us utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour if you submit your request within normal business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables for determining your well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of factors to determine the well-being for your business and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the company has been in operation and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful business credit specialists. We will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner utilises the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stated 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 an individual ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.