FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Tapping Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Tapping Small Business Loans
Tapping unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Tapping Business Loans
What is the Larger Tapping Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to 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 prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly all company purpose including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We may be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (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 trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during quality company time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait 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 less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application at standard business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables that determine your health that is your business as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess your well-being of your company as well as the amount of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the business has been operating as well as in the event that the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loan experts. They will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is crucial and a vital aspect 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 sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner makes use of an asset they own to make the loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds but we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.