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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Tuscany Estates Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Tuscany Estates Small Business Loans
Tuscany Estates unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including control of cash flow company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Tuscany Estates Business Loans
What is the Larger Tuscany Estates Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any business use, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will call you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from 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 and up) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply in standard business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply at standard business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables that determine your health of the company and the level of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the level of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request our business loans, we will assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business has been running, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll 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 on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loans specialists. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure 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 utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner uses the assets they have to secure the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.