FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Totara Heights Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Totara Heights Small Business Loans
Totara Heights unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Totara Heights Business Loans
What is the Larger Totara Heights Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion 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 you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets, which could also include registration through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of $250,000 or more we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply in quality business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide a response in one hour – provided you apply within standard business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine your health of the company and the level of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you request one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a tailored offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the business is in operation as well as in the event that the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
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 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company credit experts. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information 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 standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.