FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Takapuwahia Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Takapuwahia Small Business Loans
Takapuwahia unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company purpose including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Takapuwahia Business Loans
What is the Larger Takapuwahia Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost any company use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$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 to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply within quality company times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request at standard business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables for determining what is the health of your company and the extent of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of variables to determine your well-being of the business as well as the amount of payments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company loans, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the company is in operation for, whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business lending experts. The experts will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner borrows from an asset they own to secure a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including 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 means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.