FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Point England Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Point England Small Business Loans
Point England unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Point England Business Loans
What is the Larger Point England 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 up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly all business need, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to repay 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 which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be based on different conditions.
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 the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application in quality company timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer within just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply at normal business timings and let us use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to assess your well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and provide an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, the long the business has been running, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful business loans specialists. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral part 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 personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner utilises an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.