FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Plimmerton Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Plimmerton Small Business Loans
Plimmerton unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as cash flow management, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Plimmerton Business Loans
What is the Larger Plimmerton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent 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 trading for at least 3 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, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used for almost every company use, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for a 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 fast and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request within quality company timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision within an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour – provided you make your application in standard business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just an business day.
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. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of factors to determine your health of your company and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine the well-being that is your business and the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to request the company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and offer an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the company has been operating and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
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 decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loans specialists. They will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial 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 techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner uses an asset they own to get the loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or an company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I require security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.