FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Trentham Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Trentham Small Business Loans
Trentham unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. The business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business use, including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Trentham Business Loans
What is the Larger Trentham Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost any business reason, such as business remodeling, buying 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 to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets and can include registration in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive 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 own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply within standard company hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide the decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request in normal business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are 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 less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of elements for determining what is the health of the business as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess your health of your company as well as the amount of payments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for the business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the company has been running and how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loan specialists. The experts will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner uses an asset that they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I need security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally, you can get an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.