FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The East Tamaki Heights Small Business Loans
Tell me more about East Tamaki Heights Small Business Loans
East Tamaki Heights unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company purpose including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger East Tamaki Heights Business Loans
What is the Larger East Tamaki Heights Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any company purpose including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets and can include registering this in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you submit your request in quality company times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 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 may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply in normal business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of elements to determine the health for your business as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess the health that is your company and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful company lending experts. The professionals will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is vital and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner utilises an asset they own to secure the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security for an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required before you can access the money However, we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally, you can get a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.