FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Port Botany Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Port Botany Small Business Loans
Port Botany unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company reason, such as the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Port Botany Business Loans
What is the Larger Port Botany Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every business need, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide a response in one hour if you apply at quality business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within standard business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of variables in order to assess your health of your company and the extent of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine the health of your business and the level of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request our company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the company is in operation and whether the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loans experts. They will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of huge importance and is an essential 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 secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner utilises an asset they own to secure the funding. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.