FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Porirua Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Porirua Small Business Loans
Porirua unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business need, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Porirua Business Loans
What is the Larger Porirua Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any business purpose including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets, and could be registered with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply at quality company times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request within standard business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you health that is your company and the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the company and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you request the business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company is in operation and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged 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 repay the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company credit professionals. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner makes use of assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to 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, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.