FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Palm Beach Small Business Loans
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Palm Beach unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Palm Beach Business Loans
What is the Larger Palm Beach Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used for almost every business need, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by way of charge on assets and can be registered in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply during quality business times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account statements , it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application in standard business times and allow us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of variables that determine the health for your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you request one of our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the business has been running for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost 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. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loans professionals. We will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner borrows from an asset that they own to make the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.