FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Trigg Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Trigg Small Business Loans
Trigg unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Trigg Business Loans
What is the Larger Trigg Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all business use, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include registering this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to repay 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 that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of more than $250K it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request in standard company time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you apply during normal business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application 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 on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables for determining how much we can lend you health of the business and the level of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for our business financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the business is in operation for, how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly business credit experts. They will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is vital and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner makes use of an asset that they own to secure the funding. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.