FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Tennyson Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Tennyson Small Business Loans
Tennyson unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Tennyson Business Loans
What is the Larger Tennyson Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is 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 business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every business use, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, as 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 required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, which could also include registration with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay 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 items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for 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 fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during standard company time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer within just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour if you apply during standard business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables for determining the health that is your business and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company and the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the company has been running as well as what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of 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 loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loans experts. The experts will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner uses the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.