FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Treeby Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Treeby Small Business Loans
Treeby 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 are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company use, including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Treeby Business Loans
What is the Larger Treeby Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly all business need, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of $250K or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a company 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you apply within standard company hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer in just an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you make your application in standard business times and you allow us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the 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 offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements for determining the health of the company and the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
If you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your company and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been running for, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loan experts. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner uses the assets they have to make the loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access However, we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.