FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The North Tivoli Small Business Loans
Tell me about the North Tivoli Small Business Loans
North Tivoli unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company use, including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger North Tivoli Business Loans
What is the Larger North Tivoli Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used for almost any business use, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within standard business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision within just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within one hour – provided you make your application in standard business time and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements that determine what is the well-being for your company and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business as well as the amount of payments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and provide an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation, how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t 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 is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful company loan experts. They’ll provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and a vital aspect 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 information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner borrows from assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or a company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is an individual ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.