FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Porirua Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Porirua Small Business Loans
Porirua unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Porirua Business Loans
What is the Larger Porirua Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to 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 demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost all business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets, and could include the registration of this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for 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 fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply in standard company hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision in just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of factors that determine your well-being of the business and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we look at a range of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the level of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the business has been operating and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company loans professionals. They’ll offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance 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?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance 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 techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner borrows from the assets they have to make a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you are able to get the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.