FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The North Turramurra Small Business Loans
Let me know more about North Turramurra Small Business Loans
North Turramurra unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger North Turramurra Business Loans
What is the Larger North Turramurra Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets, and may be registered on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
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 which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to get this done 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 questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an 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 prove at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three 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 within a couple minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request at quality business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application in normal business timings 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 banking statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of variables in order to assess what is the health that is your company and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine your health that is your company and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been running as well as in the event that the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful company loan specialists. We will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
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 repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner makes use of assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money but we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.