FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Penrose Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Penrose Small Business Loans
Penrose unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive a same day 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. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Penrose Business Loans
What is the Larger Penrose Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any business reason, such as company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply in standard company time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision within just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you apply during standard business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of aspects to determine what is the well-being for your company and the extent of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess your health for your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the business is in operation and whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful business lending specialists. They will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, 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 utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner makes use of an asset they own to get the loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or an business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.