FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Porirua Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Porirua Small Business Loans
Porirua unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as control of cash flow business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Porirua Business Loans
What is the Larger Porirua Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly every company need, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for 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 access funding over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets, and could be registered through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in standard company timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six 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 upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request at normal business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to 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 around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of elements that determine what is the well-being of the company and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to assess your health of the company and the level of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer an individualised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been operating, how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful company lending specialists. They will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t 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 nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner borrows from an asset that they own to get a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or an business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need an individual ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.