FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Tugun Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Tugun Small Business Loans
Tugun unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company reason, such as the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Tugun Business Loans
What is the Larger Tugun Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. You must 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have 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. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within one hour – provided you make your application during normal business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine how much we can lend you health of the business and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your company and the level of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount 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 running as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated 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 amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loans experts. We will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being transparent about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner utilises an asset they own to get a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or a company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.