FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Tugun Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Tugun Small Business Loans
Tugun unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business purpose including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used 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 loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
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 the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost all business need, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to re-pay 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 granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) 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 need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request in quality business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer an answer in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you apply in normal business times 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 statements, we are able to provide the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects for determining what is the health for your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to assess the well-being of the business and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company financing, we will assess the risk profile of your business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company is in, how long the company has been operating as well as what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company lending professionals. The experts will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of huge importance 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 protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner utilises assets they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.