FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Torbay Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Torbay Small Business Loans
Torbay 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 that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Torbay Business Loans
What is the Larger Torbay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any company use, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include registering this in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company 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 worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business 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 and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply in standard business times and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be likely to provide you with 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, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide a response in one hour if you submit your request during normal business timings and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of elements to determine your well-being that is your company and the level of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to assess your well-being of your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request one of our company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide an individualised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the business has been in operation, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loans experts. We will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship 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 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access, however we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.