FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Petone Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Petone Small Business Loans
Petone unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Petone Business Loans
What is the Larger Petone Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
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 $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every company use, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include registration in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for for the 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 simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you make your application at standard business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer a response in one hour if you submit your request within standard business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can 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 accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects for determining what is the well-being of your company as well as the amount of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess your well-being for your business and the level of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for the business loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company is in operation, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful business loan specialists. The professionals will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner utilises an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally, you are able to get the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.