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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Takapuwahia Small Business Loans
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Takapuwahia unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Takapuwahia Business Loans
What is the Larger Takapuwahia 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 that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of 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 necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, which could also include registering this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. It is possible 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, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company 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 prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application in quality company hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application within normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of elements for determining the well-being of the business and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to determine the health for your company as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various 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 running for, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business credit experts. We will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount 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 you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect 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 employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner utilises the assets they have to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.