FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Toorak Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Toorak Small Business Loans
Toorak unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business use, including the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Toorak Business Loans
What is the Larger Toorak 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 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the business needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost any company reason, such as company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you apply in standard company times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during standard business times and you 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 are able to offer a decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of factors that determine your well-being for your business and the level of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess the health that is your company and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business credit, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loans professionals. We will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner uses an asset that they own to make the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets 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.