FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Totara Heights Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Totara Heights Small Business Loans
Totara Heights unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business need, such as the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Totara Heights Business Loans
What is the Larger Totara Heights Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, and may include registering this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company 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 demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for you to qualify for 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. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements 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 fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour if you apply in standard business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application in normal business times and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After 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. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of variables to determine the well-being for your company and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to determine the health that is your company and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile 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-priced loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loan professionals. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner makes use of assets they own to secure the loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money However, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.