FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Toongabbie Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Toongabbie Small Business Loans
Toongabbie unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including cash flow management, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Toongabbie Business Loans
What is the Larger Toongabbie Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets, which could also include registering this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able 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 the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be on different terms.
The 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 at least 18 years old, 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 three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request within standard company times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application in normal business hours and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements that determine what is the health for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the extent of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business has been operating and what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business credit experts. The professionals will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is crucial and a vital 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 protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner uses an asset they own to get the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money, however we do require the 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 over $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.