FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Prairiewood Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Prairiewood Small Business Loans
Prairiewood unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 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 ordinary company loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Prairiewood Business Loans
What is the Larger Prairiewood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost all company use, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable 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 reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. 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 conditions.
Application process
Can I be 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 demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply within quality business timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision within one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the 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. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application at normal business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects in order to assess what is the well-being for your company and the amount of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to assess the health that is your business and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been operating, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loan experts. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner utilises an asset they own to secure the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.