FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Pakuranga Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Pakuranga Small Business Loans
Pakuranga unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business use, including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Pakuranga Business Loans
What is the Larger Pakuranga 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 for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any business need, including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can 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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (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 simple and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application in normal business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of elements in order to assess the health that is your business and the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the amount of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for our company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company is in, how long the business has been running, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% 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 choose to do this please call our helpful company loans experts. We will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and an integral part 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 as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner utilises an asset they own to make a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or a company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get an individual ensure and security in the form charges on assets.