FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Te Atatu Small Business Loans
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Te Atatu unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About 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 company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This 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 loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all business reason, such as business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets and can include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour if you apply within standard company times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request at standard business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of factors for determining what is the well-being of your company and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess your well-being of your business and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business is in operation, whether the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful company credit professionals. We will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner uses an asset they own to secure a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.