FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Tallai Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Tallai Small Business Loans
Tallai unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our business 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 installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Tallai Business Loans
What is the Larger Tallai Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every business use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets, and may include registering this with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you apply within standard business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are 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 quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within an hour – provided you apply at normal business timings and let us use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements for determining what is the well-being for your company and the extent of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess the health of your company and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer an individualised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation and what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
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 the very first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (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 commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company credit experts. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner makes use of assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer 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 means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security for an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.