FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Prairiewood Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Prairiewood Small Business Loans
Prairiewood unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company use, including the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About 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. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost every company need, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness 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 are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request at quality business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 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 on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application at normal business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank 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 provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements that determine how much we can lend you health that is your company and the extent of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to assess your well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan experts. They’ll offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, 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 employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner borrows from an asset that they own to get the loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.