FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Turrella Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Turrella Small Business Loans
Turrella unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Turrella Business Loans
What is the Larger Turrella Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for almost any company need, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so 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 by taking a charge against assets and can be registered in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an 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 of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with 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 consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application within quality business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour if you apply in standard business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables for determining the health of the business and the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company and the extent of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company has been operating as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful business lending experts. We will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital 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 as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner makes use of an asset they own to get the funding. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.