FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Peakhurst Heights Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Peakhurst Heights Small Business Loans
Peakhurst Heights unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges 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?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Peakhurst Heights Business Loans
What is the Larger Peakhurst Heights Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly all business use, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, which could also include registering this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be based on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application within quality business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer a response in one hour if you make your application at normal business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide a decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables for determining your health that is your business and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company and the extent of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to request the company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the business has been operating and whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan experts. They will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, 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 make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money However, we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.