FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Tennyson Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Tennyson Small Business Loans
Tennyson unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Tennyson Business Loans
What is the Larger Tennyson Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined 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 be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly all company purpose including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for 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 simple and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement 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 reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour if you apply in quality company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour if you make your application at normal business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine what is the well-being for your company and the level of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine your health that is your company and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for one of our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay 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 repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful company lending experts. They will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner uses an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money, however we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.