FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Tregear Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Tregear Small Business Loans
Tregear unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Tregear Business Loans
What is the Larger Tregear Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost any business use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for 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 simple and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request during quality company times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request at normal business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of variables that determine your well-being of the business and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine your well-being of the company and the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile the business and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is in, how long the company has been operating for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful company loan experts. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is vital and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner makes use of assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.