FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Toorak Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Toorak Small Business Loans
Toorak unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Toorak Business Loans
What is the Larger Toorak Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every business need, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a company 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply during standard business timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application during normal business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of elements in order to assess your well-being of the business and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to assess the health for your company and the level of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for our company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business is in operation, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly business loan experts. The specialists will offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is an essential element 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 personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner uses the assets they have to obtain the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or an company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just 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 the process of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, you can get an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.