FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Toongabbie Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Toongabbie Small Business Loans
Toongabbie unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Toongabbie Business Loans
What is the Larger Toongabbie Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, 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 business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost every company purpose including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, and could include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to pay back 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 objects or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you apply within standard business timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 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 circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request within normal business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of aspects in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the level of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine your well-being of the company and the extent of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for the business loan, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly business lending professionals. They will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral part 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 as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner utilises the assets they have to make the funding. The asset may be 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 the lenders including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access However, we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.