FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Taylors Lakes Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Taylors Lakes Small Business Loans
Taylors Lakes unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be in your account in 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 so you will know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Taylors Lakes Business Loans
What is the Larger Taylors Lakes Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. You must 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 of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets, which could also include registration in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to pay back 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 gives preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for for the 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 easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application during quality business hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application in normal business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements for determining the well-being of the company and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of variables to determine the well-being of the company as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, how long the company is in operation and what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loans professionals. We will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance 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 standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner uses the assets they have to make the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money, however we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.