FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The North Turramurra Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the North Turramurra Small Business Loans
North Turramurra 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 that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger North Turramurra Business Loans
What is the Larger North Turramurra 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 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly all business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and 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 up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request within standard company hours and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply in normal business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine your well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation as well as what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company credit specialists. We will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is crucial and is a crucial 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 as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner borrows from an asset that they own to get a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Should I need security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally, there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.