FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Tivoli Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Tivoli Small Business Loans
Tivoli unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company need, such as managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Tivoli Business Loans
What is the Larger Tivoli 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 up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. It is necessary to 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 continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all business need, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be based on different conditions.
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 at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 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 within a few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply in quality business hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request during normal business times and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you health of your company and the amount of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess the well-being for your business and the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been running for, how long the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of 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 off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loan experts. They’ll provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner utilises an asset they own to get the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I need security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.