FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Pinehaven Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Pinehaven Small Business Loans
Pinehaven unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Pinehaven Business Loans
What is the Larger Pinehaven Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used for almost all business purpose including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of $250K or more 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 a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application during quality company times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision in as little as one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request during standard business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of your company and the amount of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and provide an individualised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the business has been running, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of 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.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company lending professionals. They will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner uses the assets they have to make a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.