FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Te Atatu South Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Te Atatu South Small Business Loans
Te Atatu South unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
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 on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company reason, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Te Atatu South Business Loans
What is the Larger Te Atatu South Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as 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 funds for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost every company purpose including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, and could include registration with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease 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 is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will call you 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 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply at quality business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide a decision in just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you make your application within standard business time and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables that determine your health of your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company financing, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer an individualised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the business is in operation for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful company lending experts. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral 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 protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I need security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract), asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.