FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Trentham Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Trentham Small Business Loans
Trentham unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company use, including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Trentham Business Loans
What is the Larger Trentham Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all company use, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could have different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
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 own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just 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 need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply within standard business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you make your application during normal business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of aspects that determine your health of your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine the health that is your company and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a tailored offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business is in, how long the business has been running, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending professionals. They’ll provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner uses the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money but we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally there is a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.