FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Trott Park Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Trott Park Small Business Loans
Trott Park unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business use, including the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Trott Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Trott Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every business need, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets, and could be registered through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could have different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request at standard business timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application in standard business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors in order to assess what is the health that is your company and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine the health for your company and the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, the long the company has been in operation for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful business credit experts. We will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential aspect 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 personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner utilises an asset that they own to secure a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.