FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Porirua Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Porirua Small Business Loans
Porirua unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company reason, such as 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 to fund personal expenses.
About larger Porirua Business Loans
What is the Larger Porirua Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application in quality business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request in normal business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors in order to assess the health of the business and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the well-being that is your company and the level of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company has been running as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business credit experts. The professionals will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner uses assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or an business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets 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 own.
Should I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.