FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Tweed Heads Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Tweed Heads Small Business Loans
Tweed Heads unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company use, including cash flow management, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Tweed Heads Business Loans
What is the Larger Tweed Heads Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets, which could also be registered through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company 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 trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request in quality company time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour – provided you apply during standard business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors in order to assess the health for your company and the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
When you request business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the business has been operating and how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in 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 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful company credit specialists. They’ll offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner utilises an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get a company 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. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.