FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Old Toongabbie Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Old Toongabbie Small Business Loans
Old Toongabbie unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into 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 nearly every business reason, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Old Toongabbie Business Loans
What is the Larger Old Toongabbie Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, and could include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a business 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 transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you apply during quality company time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour – provided you submit your request at standard business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements for determining how much we can lend you health for your business and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you apply for one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the business has been in operation and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful business loan specialists. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, 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 standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner utilises the assets they have to make the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or an business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, there is personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.