FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The East Tamaki Heights Small Business Loans
Tell me more about East Tamaki Heights Small Business Loans
East Tamaki Heights unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into 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 nearly every company need, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger East Tamaki Heights Business Loans
What is the Larger East Tamaki Heights Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be 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 the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost all business need, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and 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. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets, which could also include registration in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have 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 trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you apply during standard business timings and let us utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within 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 on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application in normal business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables for determining your well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine your health that is your business and the level of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for one of our company loans, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer an individualised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the business has been in operation and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business credit professionals. We will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner uses assets they own to get the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or an company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.