FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Pitt Town Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Pitt Town Small Business Loans
Pitt Town unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Pitt Town Business Loans
What is the Larger Pitt Town Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. 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 of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost all business use, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application at standard company hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request at standard business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors in order to assess what is the well-being of the company and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess the well-being for your business and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to request the company credit, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the business is in operation and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up 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 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly business lending experts. The specialists will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner uses assets they own to get a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.