FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Tallebudgera Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Tallebudgera Small Business Loans
Tallebudgera unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Tallebudgera Business Loans
What is the Larger Tallebudgera 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 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply in standard business timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application at normal business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects in order to assess the well-being of the company and the level of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a certain 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 extent of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company has been running for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful business lending experts. We will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your 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 huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner uses assets they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get a personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.