FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Papakowhai Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Papakowhai Small Business Loans
Papakowhai unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business use, including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Papakowhai Business Loans
What is the Larger Papakowhai Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over 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?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all business use, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
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 objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement 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 summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within an hour if you apply within quality company hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application at normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects that determine how much we can lend you well-being of your business and the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine the health of the company and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the company has been in operation, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business credit professionals. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital 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 standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner utilises an asset they own to secure the loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or an business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.