FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Tullamarine Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Tullamarine Small Business Loans
Tullamarine unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then 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 to fulfill almost every business need, such as the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Tullamarine Business Loans
What is the Larger Tullamarine Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost any company use, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets, which could also be registered through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to 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 company (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 trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$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 twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply at standard business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer within 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 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 normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business hours and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request one of our business credit, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, the long the company has been running for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest 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 request a credit loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful business credit professionals. The experts will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner makes use of an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I require security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money however, we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.