FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Porirua Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Porirua Small Business Loans
Porirua unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company need, such as the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Porirua Business Loans
What is the Larger Porirua Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which 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 in this amount, your business 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) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all company use, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Are I 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for 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 simple and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within quality company hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application during standard business hours and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables that determine what is the health of the company and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your company and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company loans, we will assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is in, how long the business has been operating as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful company credit experts. They will offer you with repayment details 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 in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner borrows from assets they own to get the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access however, we do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.