FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Teneriffe Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Teneriffe Small Business Loans
Teneriffe unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Teneriffe Business Loans
What is the Larger Teneriffe Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to repay 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 the assets or goods). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We could be able to do this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to 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 offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application during standard business times and let us 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 statements , we are able to offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements , it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply within standard business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking 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. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements to determine what is the health for your company and the extent of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your business as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request one of our company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, the long the company has been running, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loans specialists. The experts will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial part 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 personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner uses assets they own to make the funding. The asset can 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 the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I need security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access but we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.