FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The East Tamaki Small Business Loans
Tell me about the East Tamaki Small Business Loans
East Tamaki unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger East Tamaki Business Loans
What is the Larger East Tamaki Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all company use, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to repay 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 that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be based on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an 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 prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request during quality business timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer within just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you apply at standard business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the level of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you make an application for our company loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, the long the company has been running and how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful company loan specialists. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner utilises assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I need security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.