FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Timberlea Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Timberlea Small Business Loans
Timberlea unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business need, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Timberlea Business Loans
What is the Larger Timberlea Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost any business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an company 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 demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply at standard company hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour if you apply within standard business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects to determine your well-being of your company and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you request our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the business is in operation and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan experts. We will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner utilises assets they own to secure a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.