FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Tranmere Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Tranmere Small Business Loans
Tranmere unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business need, such as the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Tranmere Business Loans
What is the Larger Tranmere Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. It is necessary to 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 the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost every business purpose including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply at quality business hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply at standard business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects that determine your well-being of the company and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess the health of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the business operates in, the long the business is in operation and what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any 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 get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly business loan specialists. They will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner uses assets they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.