FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The East Tamaki Heights Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the East Tamaki Heights Small Business Loans
East Tamaki Heights unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger East Tamaki Heights Business Loans
What is the Larger East Tamaki Heights Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any company reason, such as business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as 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 needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets, and could include the registration of this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a 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 transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application 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 as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as 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 up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in quality company time and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in 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 in 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply during standard business time and allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors in order to assess what is the well-being of the company and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business and the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to request our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a tailored offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation for, how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. They will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term “asset-based” refers to borrowing where the company owner utilises an asset that they own to get the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I need security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.