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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Takapuna Small Business Loans
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Takapuna unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as control of cash flow business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Takapuna Business Loans
What is the Larger Takapuna Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost every company use, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as 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 up to $100,000) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you apply at standard business time and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer the decision in as little as 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer you with 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, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements , it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request during standard business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables for determining how much we can lend you health of your company and the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess your well-being that is your company and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for our business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business has been running and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful company credit professionals. They will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is vital and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner uses an asset that they own to get a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.