FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Telopea Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Telopea Small Business Loans
Telopea unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business use, including cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Telopea Business Loans
What is the Larger Telopea Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large company loan is a great option for almost any business use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company 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 which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply during quality company times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application in normal business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of aspects for determining what is the health of the business and the amount of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the level of payments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide an individualised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business has been in operation and whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly company lending experts. They will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and an integral 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 personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner borrows from an asset that they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.