FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Te Aro Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Te Aro Small Business Loans
Te Aro unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business purpose including managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Te Aro Business Loans
What is the Larger Te Aro Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any company purpose including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run 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 in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application at standard business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application in standard business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables that determine your well-being of your business and the extent of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for the company loan, we will assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a tailored offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the business has been running and what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loans experts. They will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is an essential 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 standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner utilises an asset they own to get the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.