FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Porirua Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Porirua Small Business Loans
Porirua unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an instant response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a cash-based loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Porirua Business Loans
What is the Larger Porirua Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the 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 in this amount the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost all business purpose including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of $250K or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company 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 the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request during standard business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply within standard business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of elements in order to assess your well-being of your business and the extent of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess the well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer an individualised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, how long the company is in operation, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loans experts. The specialists will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner uses assets they own to secure the funding. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money, however we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.