FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Tecoma Small Business Loans
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Tecoma unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Tecoma Business Loans
What is the Larger Tecoma Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the 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 the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $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 demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all company reason, such as company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets and can be registered through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply at quality business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements for determining what is the well-being of the company and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine the health that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company is in, how long the company has been in operation and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful business loans specialists. We will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is vital and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner borrows from an asset that they own to make the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.