FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Pahurehure Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Pahurehure Small Business Loans
Pahurehure unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Pahurehure Business Loans
What is the Larger Pahurehure Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for almost any company use, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to pay back 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 registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an company 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 prove at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for 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 typically provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request at standard company timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables to determine the well-being of the business and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess the well-being that is your company and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request our business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, the long the company has been operating for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loan experts. They will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is an essential 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 personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner makes use of the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.