FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The South Turramurra Small Business Loans
Let me know about the South Turramurra Small Business Loans
South Turramurra unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger South Turramurra Business Loans
What is the Larger South Turramurra Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are 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% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to 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 of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost all company need, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets and can include registering this in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may 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 an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (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 within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply in quality business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer an answer within just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour if you submit your request in normal business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables that determine your health of the business and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess your health of your company and the extent of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the business has been running as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up 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 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful business credit specialists. We will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner makes use of an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.