FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Titirangi Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Titirangi Small Business Loans
Titirangi unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply for 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 available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Titirangi Business Loans
What is the Larger Titirangi Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost every company need, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets, and may include registering this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 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 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business 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)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application within standard business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision in just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) 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 form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request during normal business hours and allow us to make use of 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 the decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements for determining how much we can lend you well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess your health for your business and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been operating and whether the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company credit professionals. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner makes use of assets they own to obtain a loan. The asset could 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 vast majority of lenders, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not 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 stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.