FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Tranmere Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Tranmere Small Business Loans
Tranmere unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Tranmere Business Loans
What is the Larger Tranmere 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 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets, and may be registered with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business 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 transactions (for for the 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 quick and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within standard company timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer within just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you apply in normal business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects that determine what is the health of the business and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess the health that is your business and the extent of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business has been running, how long the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loan professionals. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be 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 and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is vital 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 standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner uses assets they own to make the loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or a company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.