FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Pakuranga Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Pakuranga Small Business Loans
Pakuranga unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Pakuranga Business Loans
What is the Larger Pakuranga Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion 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 the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly any business use, including company improvements, purchasing 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 is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an business 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)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (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 easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve 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 such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request at quality company time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you apply in standard business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables to determine your health for your company and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to assess your health of your company and the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request the company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and provide an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company has been in operation and what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loans professionals. The professionals will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get an individual guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.