FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Takapuna Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Takapuna Small Business Loans
Takapuna unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company use, including managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Takapuna Business Loans
What is the Larger Takapuna Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is 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 credit in this amount, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost any business reason, such as company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets, and may be registered on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company 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 contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an 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)
- must show at least six months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer a response in one hour if you make your application within quality company time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request in normal business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer the decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of aspects that determine how much we can lend you health of the business as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your company and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company loans, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the company has been operating, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to 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 earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful company loans experts. The specialists will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is vital and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner makes use of an asset they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or an business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.