FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Te Atatu Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Te Atatu Small Business Loans
Te Atatu unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business need, such as control of cash flow company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Te Atatu Business Loans
What is the Larger Te Atatu Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled 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, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly all company use, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to re-pay 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 granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. It is possible to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a 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 quick and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request in standard business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to offer the decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within standard business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements in order to assess your health for your company and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for the company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company is operating in, how long the business has been operating for, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loans experts. We will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner borrows from an asset they own to secure a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or an business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds but we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.