FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Point Piper Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Point Piper Small Business Loans
Point Piper unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Point Piper Business Loans
What is the Larger Point Piper Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge on assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business 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 records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need identification 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 need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply in quality company hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply at normal business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables for determining what is the health of your business and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you make an application for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation, how long the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or 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. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loan professionals. We will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner utilises an asset they own to get the loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money but we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.