FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the North Turramurra Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the North Turramurra Small Business Loans
North Turramurra unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger North Turramurra Business Loans
What is the Larger North Turramurra Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all business reason, such as business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets, and could be registered on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application in quality business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in normal business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables that determine what is the health of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess the health of your business as well as the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for the business financing, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation and how long the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loan professionals. We will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is vital and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner utilises the assets they have to get the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required before you can access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.