FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Te Atatu Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Te Atatu Small Business Loans
Te Atatu unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company use, including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Te Atatu Business Loans
What is the Larger Te Atatu 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 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost every company use, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets and can include registering this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for a 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 fast and easy. 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 be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, 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 summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply in quality business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide the decision within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application within standard business time and 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 will be able to offer a decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine your health of the business and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company and the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is in, how long the business has been in operation, how long the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful company loan experts. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments 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 being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner uses an asset that they own to make the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I need security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is an individual ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.