FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Te Aro Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Te Aro Small Business Loans
Te Aro unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business need, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Te Aro Business Loans
What is the Larger Te Aro 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 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost any business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for 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 a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to 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 may be eligible for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (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 quick and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application during quality business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to provide the decision in as little as the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply within standard business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables in order to assess the well-being of the company as well as the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to assess the well-being for your company as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the business has been in operation and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company credit professionals. We will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner utilises the assets they have to get a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is an individual guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.