FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Tuscany Estates Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Tuscany Estates Small Business Loans
Tuscany Estates unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Tuscany Estates Business Loans
What is the Larger Tuscany Estates Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every business need, including company remodeling, buying 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 one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer the legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We may be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply in quality company times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to offer the decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during normal company hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply at standard business timings and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements that determine your health for your business and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the extent of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you apply for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a tailored offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, the long the company has been operating, whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay, and when, starting 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 on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful company lending professionals. The specialists will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner makes use of an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is an individual guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.