FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Taringa Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Taringa Small Business Loans
Taringa unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company use, including managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Taringa Business Loans
What is the Larger Taringa Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent 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 trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost any business purpose including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able 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 granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might 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. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own 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 or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application at standard company timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request within standard business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine the well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
If you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the level of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for one of our company credit, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business has been running and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly company loans experts. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is vital and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner makes use of assets they own to get a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.