FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Point Chevalier Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Point Chevalier Small Business Loans
Point Chevalier unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Point Chevalier Business Loans
What is the Larger Point Chevalier Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for 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 percent 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, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets and can be registered on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
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 items or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply within quality business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application at standard business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide 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 to determine your health of your company and the amount of payments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine the well-being of the company and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to request our company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the business has been operating, whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent 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 do decide to do this please contact our helpful business loans experts. We will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term “asset-based” refers to borrowing where a business owner utilises assets they own to make the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access however, we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.