FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Tingalpa Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Tingalpa Small Business Loans
Tingalpa unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business need, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Tingalpa Business Loans
What is the Larger Tingalpa Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 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, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every company reason, such as business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge over assets, and could include the registration of this through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within standard company hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application at normal business hours and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects that determine what is the well-being for your company and the amount of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the company and the extent of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company is in, how long the business is in operation as well as how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly business loan experts. The specialists will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.