FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Plimmerton Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Plimmerton Small Business Loans
Plimmerton unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business use, including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Plimmerton Business Loans
What is the Larger Plimmerton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving 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 company reason, such as company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is 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 allows the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to 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 company timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait 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 the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you apply at standard business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements in order to assess your well-being of the company as well as the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of variables to assess your well-being that is your company and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful business credit professionals. The specialists will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as 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 make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner utilises an asset they own to get the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security in the form charges on assets.