FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Tremont Small Business Loans
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Tremont unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Tremont Business Loans
What is the Larger Tremont Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funding be used for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly any business use, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six 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 easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply within standard business time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be in a position to offer the 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 it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application in normal business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors in order to assess the well-being of your company as well as the amount of repayments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to assess your well-being for your company and the extent of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you apply for one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is in, how long the company is in operation as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business lending specialists. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner makes use of an asset that they own to get the loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.