FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Titahi Bay Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Titahi Bay Small Business Loans
Titahi Bay unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as control of cash flow company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Titahi Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Titahi Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost all company use, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets, which could also include registration with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application during standard company times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request at normal business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects for determining the health for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the health that is your business and the level of payments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is in, how long the business has been in operation and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company lending professionals. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and an integral aspect 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 customer security and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner utilises assets they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.