FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Papatoetoe Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Papatoetoe Small Business Loans
Papatoetoe unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Papatoetoe Business Loans
What is the Larger Papatoetoe Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This 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?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any company purpose including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets and can include registration in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application during standard business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within just an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer a response in one hour – provided you apply during standard business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects in order to assess what is the health of the business and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine the well-being for your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the business loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business operates in, the long the business has been operating as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business credit experts. We will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship 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 information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner borrows from assets they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.