FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Trigg Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Trigg Small Business Loans
Trigg unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, 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.
Concerning Larger Trigg Business Loans
What is the Larger Trigg Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company 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 to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all company reason, such as company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets, and could include registration with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if 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 reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application at standard business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during normal business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you health for your company and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your company as well as the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request one of our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the business is in operation for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company credit professionals. They will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner utilises an asset they own to make a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access but we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.