FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Tranmere Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Tranmere Small Business Loans
Tranmere 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, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or 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 to fulfill almost every business need, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Tranmere Business Loans
What is the Larger Tranmere Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have 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 Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any business need, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets and can include registration in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application in quality business times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply at normal business hours and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects that determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your business and the level of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine the health that is your company as well as the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation for, how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company loan specialists. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner makes use of assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required before you can access the money, however we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.