FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Penrose Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Penrose Small Business Loans
Penrose unsecured loans offers amounts of 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 is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Penrose Business Loans
What is the Larger Penrose Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all business purpose including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application at quality business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision within an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request in standard business hours and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine the health that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of aspects to assess the health of your company and the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business is in, how long the business has been operating for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company credit professionals. They’ll provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and is an essential 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 protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner borrows from an asset that they own to get the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security for a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you are able to get the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.