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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Tea Tree Gully Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Tea Tree Gully Small Business Loans
Tea Tree Gully 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 the traditional company loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Tea Tree Gully Business Loans
What is the Larger Tea Tree Gully Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all company need, including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide a response in one hour if you apply during standard company times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour if you apply during normal business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide the decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to determine your health of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business and the level of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for the business credit, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly company credit specialists. We will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and 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 utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner uses an asset they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money but we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.