FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Terrey Hills Small Business Loans
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Terrey Hills unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Terrey Hills Business Loans
What is the Larger Terrey Hills Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, 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 business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any business need, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply in quality business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application during normal business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors in order to assess what is the well-being of the company and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine your well-being of the business and the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for our company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a tailored offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is in, how long the company has been in operation for, whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company loan experts. The experts will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner borrows from an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or an business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
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, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.