FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Titirangi Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Titirangi Small Business Loans
Titirangi unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Titirangi Business Loans
What is the Larger Titirangi 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 fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost all business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the 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 simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application during quality business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request at standard business hours and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the level of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess the health of your business and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business credit, we will assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been in operation for, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful company loans specialists. We will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is crucial and is an essential element 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 sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified 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 to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner utilises assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.