FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Taita Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Taita Small Business Loans
Taita unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Taita Business Loans
What is the Larger Taita Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This 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 credit of this size, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost all business use, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may have different terms.
Application process
Are I 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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to 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 and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply in standard company timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision within just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within six 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. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you make your application within standard business time and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer the decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine the well-being of the business and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to determine the health of your company and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request the company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been operating for, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loan professionals. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is vital and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner makes use of assets they own to make a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.