FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Tottenham Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Tottenham Small Business Loans
Tottenham unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company reason, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Tottenham Business Loans
What is the Larger Tottenham Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory 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 required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets and can include registration in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application within standard business timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in as little as one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application at standard business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once 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 circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of factors in order to assess the well-being of the business and the extent of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your company and the extent of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for our company loans, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the company has been in operation and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved 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 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company credit professionals. The specialists will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential 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 as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner uses assets they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or an company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access, however we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.