FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Turramurra Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Turramurra Small Business Loans
Turramurra unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business need, such as managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Turramurra Business Loans
What is the Larger Turramurra Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years 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 used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost every business use, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets and can be registered in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible 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 a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request at standard company time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply at normal business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the 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 offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of factors in order to assess what is the well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to determine the well-being of the business as well as the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and provide an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company has been running and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loan professionals. The experts will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect 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 utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain the funding. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I need security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds but we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.