FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Tea Tree Gully Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Tea Tree Gully Small Business Loans
Tea Tree Gully unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Tea Tree Gully Business Loans
What is the Larger Tea Tree Gully Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, and could be registered on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business 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 demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request within quality business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application within normal business times and let us use 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 a decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements that determine your health of your business and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the company and the extent of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the business has been running, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company lending experts. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner borrows from an asset that they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.