FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Penrose Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Penrose Small Business Loans
Penrose unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest 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 any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Penrose Business Loans
What is the Larger Penrose Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost all business use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply within standard company timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application at normal business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once 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 circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of elements in order to assess the health of the business and the amount of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company as well as the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for our business loan, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the business has been operating as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful company loans specialists. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner utilises an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.