FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The East Tamaki Small Business Loans
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East Tamaki unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger East Tamaki Business Loans
What is the Larger East Tamaki Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over 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?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly all company purpose including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can 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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application within standard business hours and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application within standard business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of elements for determining the health for your business and the level of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the business has been operating, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in 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 includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loans specialists. They will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner makes use of the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.