FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Toorak Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Toorak Small Business Loans
Toorak unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Toorak Business Loans
What is the Larger Toorak Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every business reason, such as company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets and can be registered in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online 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 granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could have different terms.
The 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 at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for 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. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $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 for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you apply in standard business times and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide a decision within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request at normal business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you health of the company and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company financing, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business is in, how long the business has been running, whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending experts. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner makes use of an asset they own to make a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I need security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.